Silver linings are everywhere. Sometimes it takes a little longer to find them, buried under grief or hurt; other times, they appear like a rainbow after a storm, immediately erasing the darkness. As my daughter has continually kicked me in the crotch with her grotesquely early wake-up calls (today? ... » Learn More about The Anatomy of a Nap
Motherhood
Eff You, Daylight Savings Time
The second Sunday of March. Every second Sunday of March. We set our clocks ahead by an hour and "lose" some shut-eye. My kids find it a little difficult to cope, and their normal sleeping routine takes a temporary hit. We readjust, enjoy the longer days, and eventually fall back into step ... » Learn More about Eff You, Daylight Savings Time
“How is that baby getting out of your belly?”
The other night, I was reading a book from the My First Time series to my kids. Authors Petty, Kopper, and Pipe put out some really great books that help acclimate kiddos to the various changes happening in their young lives. Our book of choice was The New Baby. Granted, my April due date isn't ... » Learn More about “How is that baby getting out of your belly?”
“We’re Expecting!” No One Cares.
My husband and I have always shared the exciting news of our impending arrivals the second I peed on a stick. We figured extra prayers and good thoughts were welcome regardless of the outcome. Also? I can't keep a secret to save my sorry self. We kinda sorta thought people who knew and cared ... » Learn More about “We’re Expecting!” No One Cares.
Smart Funny is the Best Kind of Funny
What do you get when you combine hilarious, intelligent women and their unabashed penchant for honesty? The answer: You Have Lipstick on Your Teeth and Other Things You'll Only Hear From Your Friends In The Powder Room. This book is the culmination of centuries of feminine observations and ... » Learn More about Smart Funny is the Best Kind of Funny