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Jesus Take the Wheel So These Other Morons Don’t
Have you ever wondered how some people are legally permitted to function amongst us? I have. Often. And every day, I am rendered speechless by the mounting stupidity I witness. From the entitled brat of a woman sighing dramatically because she has to wait in line at the grocery store (learn how to ... » Learn More about Jesus Take the Wheel So These Other Morons Don’t
Fall Fun in Western PA
Fall is my absolute favorite time of the year, and with Western Pennsylvania’s beautiful colors, crisp air, and countless kids’ activities, it’s not hard to see why I’m crazy about this season. From horse-drawn hayrides through bountiful pumpkin patches to the giggle-inciting navigation of a corn ... » Learn More about Fall Fun in Western PA
Maternalosis Degenerative Progression Syndrome: Reversing the Effects of Mom Years
We’re all familiar with the unfortunate nature by which dogs age, adding seven years at a time rather than the normal one people-year. Except, I don’t know many people beyond the age of five who are truly only aging annually; between throwing down too many processed foods, constant exposure to ... » Learn More about Maternalosis Degenerative Progression Syndrome: Reversing the Effects of Mom Years
The Worst Mother I’ve Ever Seen
I hear her before I see her. She is grumbling under her breath because of her toddler's incessant cries. Someone obviously didn't give this lady the memo that crying is what little kids do. The child, holding on to the woman's leg, is begging to be carried. "Up! Up!" her little voice says over and ... » Learn More about The Worst Mother I’ve Ever Seen
Going From Mundane to Mahvelous!
Lately, I’ve been thinking about how my kids will remember their childhood. Will they hold on to the countless notes and cards I wrote for them before they could even read? Will they remember Daddy scooping them up and snuggling them into his beard, despite giggly protests? Or will my children ... » Learn More about Going From Mundane to Mahvelous!
Itchy Itchy, Scratchy Scratchy
Natalie and I were inseparable. As 9-year-olds do, we shared secrets, sleepovers, and sesame seed sized insects in our hair. You know, LICE. I was there on that hot July afternoon when Natalie's mom discovered lice in her daughter's shoulder length strawberry blonde hair. A quick look at my ... » Learn More about Itchy Itchy, Scratchy Scratchy
To the woman who refused to pierce my daughter’s ears
Over a month of pleading and well-timed compliments of my "sparkly ear jewelry," and our four-year-old daughter had sent a clear message: she wanted her ears pierced. I mused about it on Facebook, hoping for tips and reputable places, though the surprising backlash by some gave me pause...and ... » Learn More about To the woman who refused to pierce my daughter’s ears
A Lesson in Gender Fluidity or Tolerance?
When I began my teaching career, I had the benefit of working alongside one of the most brilliant, forward-thinking minds to ever grace a classroom. My mentor and pal, Beth, lives to challenge her students to think, and from her passion transpired an opportunity to move them beyond reading and ... » Learn More about A Lesson in Gender Fluidity or Tolerance?
Daddy Eye Candy
Before I was betrothed to Zach, I used to look for a certain "something" in potential suitors: a nice smile, kind eyes, and I've always loved a man in a watch. What? It's my fantasy, lay off. If you had told me 10 years ago that a man rocking a wedding band, totting two kids down the cereal ... » Learn More about Daddy Eye Candy