Child #1 vs. #2 vs. #3
Of course I knew it all back then. Don’t we all? It’s human nature to think at any given time during any given circumstance we...
Tag: Slow Parenting
An Ode to Monday
I see you, Monday. Coming in here like a freaking hurricane. You aren’t welcome, but you just don’t get the hint. You return week after...
Sometimes, I don’t
I was recently watching Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood without my children. They had lost interest and after a full 20 minute show, I realized I was...
Worst shopping trip to date: next time, pack the goldfish
Scene: Marshalls. Approximately 5:15 PM. Tuesday. Shopping needs: 1 black sweater. Actors: 1 very loud, very hungry son. 1 very loud, very hungry, very ornery...
10 Reasons Why I Like (and strongly dislike) Having My Kids Close in Age
“You have your hands full.” Five words I hear almost daily. From the post man. From the grocery store cashier. From a passer-by at the...
Will You Be My Mom-Friend?
It occurred to me recently that I don’t have a ton of friends. Stick with me here. I have a lot of friends from my...