This is an advisory from the National Parenting Service. Today’s forecast: Partly cloudy in the morning with increasing volatility in the afternoon. Scattered tears with precipitation likely throughout the day. Tantrums early with emotional storms expected mid-day through late afternoon. Parents are advised to utilize time-outs and increase wine intake.
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It’s no secret that after my son was born I struggled with getting myself back to what I considered normal. The “Momover” has been going on for over two years, and while I have made some progress (slightly flatter stomach, better posture, decent jeans) there are still days when I long for the physical...
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When I saw a message from Holly in my inbox my heart jumped because, well, Holly is AWESOME. And she sent little me a message! When I read what she had to say, I could hardly contain my excitement. Reading her message made me feel like I’ve finally made it. As a blogger, that...
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Growing up, we were one of those families. We were called “health nuts” back when it was considered weird. We shopped at a place called Ye Seekers Horizon, with creaky wooden floors and a vitamin smell, where “treats” like carob and Tiger’s Milk Bars got me as excited as Christmas morning. By the time...
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Hayden and I attempted a little outing to the park this morning. Since the big kids are already back in school, I knew it wouldn’t be too crowded, which is always annoying. Nothing like an over-sized nine year old barreling through a toddler-sized maze of playground equipment. I always want to turn to whatever...
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Mmm, mmm, mmm! I am channeling What About Bob? right now- need I say more? This side dish is so creamy and easy to pair with just about any thing, be it chicken, fish, or pork chops. Plus, it’s a great way to serve up some beta carotene when you are tired of plain...
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I was one of those days. Hayden is home from school until after Labor Day- yes, he just started preschool, but I got used to being able to wash the dishes in under an hour. After a morning trip to IKEA to get a big boy bed, assembling it using as few curse words...
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It all began with a romance that was as giddy as it was contented. They not only got each other, they understood each other. Soon they were completing each others’ sentences, and it was no surprise to all who know them both that Sister Number One and Mr. C decided to get married. I...
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Perhaps inspired by the music at Sister Number One’s wedding, H decides to create a number of his own, right in his Mimi’s kitchen (although, this one is more of a theatrical performance).
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Wow. What a trip, and what a wedding. I am back but super emotionally and physically exhausted, so I’m asking you to stay tuned for the re-cap. In the mean time, here are some of the things Hayden said this week: “Don’t talk.” (Yes, he was speaking to me). “My penis is funny!” “Do...
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