Life after loss with autism, preemies and a rainbow baby
I am asked often, how I manage to keep my calm each day. (This question may have come up several times since my son developed a new found love for permanent markers.) I wish I had a short answer for this question, one that does not change the mood in a room or leave eyes […]
As my little men go from toddling babies to running-full-speed-ahead boys the reality of life is sinking in. I have always been a girly girl and having two boys is like a boot camp introduction into life on the other side of the tracks. So for all of you moms of boys out there I […]
It all started when I emerged from the bathroom, drying the last child out of the tub. My eyes began to water as I inhaled something that smelled chemicals-that-are-not-supposed-to-be-in-the-house-ish. I entered the kitchen to find my son feather dusting the kitchen floor with leather conditioner. And if that was not good enough, my little Sawyer, […]
Have you seen those really cute moms who do blog posts about their makeup routines? I love them. I want to be them when my kids grow up. Standing in front of a mirror, putting on my makeup as I recite my latest finds from the cosmetic counter. Believe it or not I thought I […]
Nothing good ever happens when I’m brushing my teeth. I really should brush them in the center of the living room, or better yet, while tiptoeing behind my children so I can stop them before they rapidly take things apart. The sound of running water must make them giddy. I’m out of view and my […]
Dear Sissy, All I wanted was a few markers and maybe some Easter candy. But Mommy was one step ahead of me… your door was locked, from the inside. I tried to break in with a hair pin but there are some things that even I can’t do. So instead, I left you a big […]
With help this cute who needs a gardener? Especially if your flowers don’t stand a chance.
There is a certain art to causing trouble. Sometimes it is a two step process. First you do something like, say, sneak into your big sister’s room and take all of her gum. Your mom might find you, tell you gum isn’t for three year-olds and take it away. You act sad, let her think […]
Before I go any further, Tina at Life Without Pink was kind enough to post my question about separation anxiety in her “Tips from the Playground” series today. If you have advice for me or a question you want answered make sure you stop by. So on to my story… Last week, Natalie over at […]
They stole my phone. Cute little thieves aren’t they?
