The Sport of Sleeping Over
Our carefully planned evening came apart in 22 minutes. I knew immediately that I wanted out. Desperately. I think I may have actually whispered to myself, … continue reading
Parenting
Mom’s Day Off (or I Heart Sleepovers)
As I write this our eight-year-old is at a sleepover. It’s kind of like getting the parent’s version of a day off, right? But a … continue reading
White Lies & Water Slides
There was mumbling among the adults as we got ready to go to the pool. You know the kind of mumbling I’m talking about; when … continue reading
My Mom Rocks!
This photo captures one of our “mom moments” pretty well. My mom was a little concerned for my safety while I was taking bike selfies. … continue reading
The Good Things Mother’s Day Gift
Our New Year’s Good Things Jar is stuffed full and it’s only April. We have to keep smooshing our good things down to make more good things … continue reading
Why Normal’s Not Enough for Me
Yesterday I casually asked my son, “What do you think the Easter Bunny might have you do to find your Easter basket this year?” He … continue reading
Mom, When’s the Last Time You Showered?
“Mom, you haven’t taken a shower on a weekday in a long time.” I was in the middle of getting ready P ready for … continue reading
Our Living Room Crime Scene
Our living room looks like a crime scene. I’m not kidding and I don’t think I’m exaggerating. I often compare our living room to a … continue reading
Om, the Power of Distraction
In the Beginning Second grade started okay. P seemed to be bringing home the notes and forms from school. Then his take-home folder, which should … continue reading
Stop Stressing About Your Elf!
Don’t be so hard on yourself! It turns out some of you have Elves on the Shelf but are reluctant to use them because it … continue reading