Parenting is tricky enough with decisions about vaccinations, circumcision, schooling, slumber parties, and whether or not we should make our kids share. We want to keep our kids healthy, teach them to be resilient, and protect them from physical and emotional harm. Add bullying, … [Read more...]
What Marriage is Really Like
When Tim and I were dating, he would discreetly leave the room to pass gas. We talked about this one evening and I laughed at his plan to never fart in front of his wife. This seemed entirely unrealistic, even prudish. My roommate and I teased him about it a bit and he eventually … [Read more...]
The Perfect Christmas Gifts for Grandma
Finding a Christmas gift for Grandma is a challenge. My mom doesn't really "need" anything these days and her wish lists are always small or non-existent. Every year, I search for meaningful gifts to help show her how special she is. Grandma can never get enough photos of the … [Read more...]
Imperfect Parenting
I woke up abruptly at 3 am, wide awake, the weekend replaying in my mind. Scenes of my daughter asking me to play dolls, wanting to chat, hoping I would build a snowman with her cycled through my head. I could see her aching for attention and me, self-centered and distracted, at … [Read more...]
Baby’s First Steps
The big kids and I were playing Super Mario 3D last night and we hear Tim call out, "Baby is walking!" A universal shout of celebration rang through the room and everyone immediately dropped their controllers. Sebastian looked around in delight and clapped his hands. The room is … [Read more...]
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