Best Mom Advice
When I was a new mom I got a LOT of advice. I wanted advice on everything from potty training to college applications (I’m a big picture person).… Read More Best Mom Advice
Nap Time is Sacred Time
At the risk of sound sacrilegious let me just say that nap time is sacred time. All the moms of littles are nodding their heads and thinking “heck yes”, while everyone else thinks I’m crazy. I think I can live with that reaction. … Read More Nap Time is Sacred Time
Waiting, Waiting, Waiting
Can we take just a few minutes and discuss “wait times”? Yeah let’s. If you’ve ever been to the dentist or the doctor you’ve had to wait. And then wait some more. Oh and then continue waiting. I hate this. Like I want to punch someone hate this.
A Trial Run
Before Harry Potter was born I was convinced I’d never medicate my children. I was also convinced that preschool was for lazy parents… my how things change. … Read More A Trial Run
Mr. Spreadsheets Teaches Me to Say No
One of the great things about Mr. Spreadsheets is his ability to say no… at home. I have a hard time saying no in any situation, except with my kids and then it’s a matter of screaming it rather than saying, but that’s another topic entirely. … Read More Mr. Spreadsheets Teaches Me to Say No
Snow at Christmas, $20 in your pocket and Blood Draws, one of these is not like the others…
What do snow at Christmas, $20 found in an old coat pocket, and blood draws have in common?
They are all potential surprises. If you’ve never seen a 3 year old get his blood drawn it’s basically like watching someone draw blood from a rabid bear. … Read More Snow at Christmas, $20 in your pocket and Blood Draws, one of these is not like the others…
The Pitter Patter of Little Feet at 5:07am
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not nice when I get woken up early. I’m just not. You know those people that are sweet and loving and say things like “oh honey you had a nightmare? Let’s cuddle.” I’m basically the opposite of those people.
A Diagnosis and a Sense of Relief
Harry Potter was diagnosed with ADHD today. There’s a part of me that thinks I should be sad about this diagnosis, but I’m not sad. In fact… I’m thrilled. … Read More A Diagnosis and a Sense of Relief
Faux Fur: A Must Have in Any Girl’s Wardrobe?
Can we take a few minutes and chat about girl clothes? Why is everything covered in glitter, and why can’t girls wear cool science shirts? Why can’t girls like dinosaurs, and seriously what about a Batman shirt for a girl?… Read More Faux Fur: A Must Have in Any Girl’s Wardrobe?
Cultivating Chaos 