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The birds and bees before sunrise
“I have feet just like Daddy’s.” “You do. But smaller.” “It’s his genes.” “His jeans? Hahahahahaha. You can’t wear Daddy’s jeans! Hahahahahahaha.” “No, not those jeans. His genes. DNA. It’s what he’s...
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Nerdy Mom
Do you remember hating the SATs? Well, I liked them. I’m a nerd, you see. I liked them and I was good at them. I may not be the most graceful, tactful, or coordinated person you’ll meet; I may not …...
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Genetic Roulette and Books and Candy
When my babies arrived, it was clear that I had no genetic input to their physical appearance. Neither were blue-eyed and pink. Luke looked like a photo of his dad come to life, and Sally looked...
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Trick-or-treat, except no tricks please because my kids are stupid
My kids are still working on becoming funny. At least I hope they’re working on it, and that where they sit right now on the funny spectrum is not where they’ll remain. Funny is important to me. The...
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When Photos Lie
A blustery and cold November Sunday stretches before us. My mental to-do list includes things like: stay in pajamas, drink tea, watch a movie, maybe clean up the playroom. My husband decides we need to...
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Embarrassment
When I was a kid my parents embarrassed me, constantly and on purpose. I grew up believing that it was the parents’ right, nay job, to embarrass their offspring. So now that I’m a parent, it’s my job...
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More Soap Please
It’s that time of year again! I’m not talking about the holidays, but about the time of year when I look at the cherubic rosy faces of your children with horror and suspicion. Is that button nose...
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The 12 Days of Christmas Mom
Here’s my ultimate wish list from my true loves three*: On the first day of Christmas my true loves gave to me a housekeeper who arrives each day at three. On the second day of Christmas my true...
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Hello from prison
I’d ask my children how many snow days we’ve had in the last week and a half, but they’ve both forgotten how to count. I’m not worried about their education though. While your children enjoy their...
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Snow Delays with Aunt Flo
As if the 2 hour delay wasn’t bad enough, the school bus ran late. We sat in the car at the end of the street, sheltered from the cold and snow. Naturally, the kids take the opportunity to push...
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February 2015: proof it snows in hell.
Tags: Del.icio.us Comments: 0 (Zero), What do you think?You might be interested in this: Ten Years Married: the Backstory Trapped Amazing Summer Giveaway - for readers who like to laugh Let Me...
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The list that changed my mind
It’s easy to get bogged down in the daily slog of parenting. Every once in a while, though, something happens that shifts your focus enough to see the small person in front of you in a new light. Even...
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Happy 39th Birthday to me!
Today I turn 39, which sounds very grown-up. I’m now of an age where I’m supposed to fear and resent aging, but I don’t. Sure, my skin isn’t what it used to be, but there’s only one alternative to...
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Letter to my son on his 8th birthday
I write a letter to Luke every year for his birthday. One day I will hand over a book of these letters to an ornery teenager to prove that my role goes beyond just ruining his life. Dear Luke, Happy...
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A little crazy is good for them
My mother has more patience for annoying things than your average person. She somehow tunes out what would drive anyone else crazy. Her general equanimity remained unaltered despite her three...
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I did, and would do it again
Originally posted 3/21/2014 I’ve been thinking about weddings and marriage a lot lately, in part because tomorrow is my eleventh anniversary! It’s hard to believe that eleven years have passed since...
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He wins every time
“Mommy, can we please use your makeup?” “No, kids.” “But please? We asked really nicely. We want to play nicely together.” “That’s sweet, and you did ask nicely. Thank you. But the answer is still no...
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The mess, the whole mess, and nothing but the mess
I am many things, but naturally neat and tidy I am not. My habitat quickly matches the chaos of my constantly addled mind. Papers, pens, shoes, discarded children’s socks, toys, and my sunglasses seem...
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An Insomniac’s Night
11:04 PM: Oh. It’s later than I thought. I guess I won’t read tonight. Straight to sleep! 11:06 PM: Shoot. I sort of need to pee. But so comfortable. So cold out there. I’m just going to ignore it....
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A New England Spring
Spring is generally greeted with welcome relief and happiness no matter where one lives. Who isn’t cheered by the sudden appearance of tulips and daffodils and the wash of tender green over branches...
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