My handsome husband and I are sometimes like apples and oranges, fire and water, yin and yang. This is never more evident than when preparing for a major occasion such as leaving for vacation, hosting a party, or anything else that requires more than 5 minutes of organization and preparation. This ... » Learn More about Husband & Wife Showdown
DIY
Numbers
I don't do well with numbers. For many years, I swore I was dyslexic mostly just to mask how ridiculously awful I am at math. The other day I bought a coffee and the smart ass clerk rung me up at "103 pennies." I started to sweat. Yes, that's how bad it is. (I blushed for a second, but did whip out ... » Learn More about Numbers
Look, Kids! Mommy’s in a Straight Jacket!
I enjoy many things in life. Red wine, white wine, naps. One thing I do not enjoy is the feeling of being a complete, raving, off-my-rocker lunatic. And unfortunately, that pretty much sums me up lately. I thought for sure the words of a former student were ringing true; he must be right, I am "cray ... » Learn More about Look, Kids! Mommy’s in a Straight Jacket!
Birth Story: Logan
Thank you to my friend Kristi, mother of THREE boys (bless her heart!), for sharing her first birth story. The other two are on their way! __________________________________________________________________________ Did you ever hear a woman say “he was two weeks late?” and feel bad for her?? Do you ... » Learn More about Birth Story: Logan
The Things She Carried
In the wake of any relationship's conclusion, via break-up or death, we carry pieces of that person with us long after their face fades from sight. Without warning, we are transported back into time. Bette Midler's "The Rose" triggers memories of my Grandmother's funeral. One whiff of Calvin Klein's ... » Learn More about The Things She Carried
Birth Story: Andrew
Rebecca's story is inspiring on so many levels: she stayed calm when others would have panicked; she rolled with the punches when she had to deliver her first baby early; and she remained grateful and faithful through it all. Her little guy didn't come into the world how or when she expected, but, ... » Learn More about Birth Story: Andrew
Love
Love. If you're a parent, you have to subscribe to Honest Toddler. This kiddo (and perhaps her Mom?) tells it like it is. If you've recently given birth, may I suggest reading this whilst on the toilet, as you will laugh until you leak. You've been warned... ... » Learn More about Love
Karma Chameleon
The minute I hit "publish" on my last post, which was admittedly seething with Debbie Downerisms, I was bothered by it. I'm not really a negative person (PROOF: this sign hangs in our foyer!): and I am ashamed that I allowed a small group of people and incidents to have such an impact on me. ... » Learn More about Karma Chameleon
To Whom It May Concern
This is (a terrible picture of) my daughter's bib: The bib is funny because it's so appropriate for her, but it's only funny because she's a toddler. When I took it out of the washing machine this morning, I couldn't help but think of all of the adults I know who could fittingly rock this ... » Learn More about To Whom It May Concern
REALLY?!
Today was a perfect reminder of why I named my blog Really?! I took the kids to see Zach at work and almost immediately regretted it. Normally I regret public appearances because a kid has soiled him/herself and the stench is unbearable. Other times it's because I forgot to tweeze my uni-brow and ... » Learn More about REALLY?!