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Straight-talk advice on marriage, parenting, work and the everyday crossroads of life. From a longtime wife, mom, and marketing VP who’s been there. Welcome.

Category: Parenting

  • On Scripture Study

    The Dad: Time for tonight’s scripture. The 12 y.o.: “Jesus wept.” Ok, let’s watch tv.

  • Lil C is the absolute DEFINITION of ‘hissy fit’. Google it and you’ll see her picture and a link to Mom’s blog. The astute 12 y.o.

  • On Ken and Barbie

    The 5 y.o.: HEY! He’s MINE. Not YOURS. I got Ha-why-oh for Christmas. The 9 y.o.: Who? What? Which Barbie are you talking about? The 5 y.o.: {sighs} Ha-why-oh. HA.…

  • It *should* be called a shoes store. You don’t buy A shoe. You buy shoes. The 12 y.o.

  • Hey! You’re interrupting me!!! I wasn’t done talking. I just stopped so I could breathe. The 5 y.o. during a mealtime filibuster

  • On Godiva

    Ride a cock-horse to Banbury Cross, To see a fine lady upon a white horse; Rings on her fingers and bells on her toes, And she shall have music wherever…

  • Menu Plan for the Week 9/12/11 – 9/18/11

    Autumn is in the air here in the north, so this week’s menu is filled with my family’s Fall favorites. Monday 9/12 b/ Banana Pancakes, Strawberries, Maple Syrup l/ Hard…

  • Mom, can you buy me a cellphone today? The 5 y.o.

  • On Pets and Parents

    The Mom: You are so cute and sweet. And so well-behaved. But, whew! You stink! Definitely need a bath today. The Dad: Are you talking to the dog…or me?

  • Here you go. I don’t need this name tag. I already know my name AND how to spell it! The 5 y.o on her first day Kindergarten.

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