And now you want to know about our day? And it all comes out. Not as a “Wow, look at what I accomplished today!” But more like, “Here’s what you missed, bud.” And our voice is hostile and passive aggressive and contempt. But we can’t help it. And it’s not fair to him, but its’ like the Instant Pot pressure release has been turned and there’s no going back.
I Can Be Organized, Or I Can Raise Little Kids. I Cannot Do Both
This is our life right now and it is glorious, and it is fun-loving, and it is disorganized beyond your wildest dreams. We will have plenty of time to pick up the mess and clear clutter. But right now these kids spark all the joy I need. And there is nothing more magical than that.
To My “Easy” Child… I See You.
Sometimes I worry that my intense focus on my oldest child is suffocating my other kid’s beautiful glow. My oldest child requires a lot of attention, a lot of hand-holding, a lot of concern. He has been this way since his colicky infancy and til now, where we wonder if he is showing early signs…
The Hell Known As Sleep Training
“Does he sleep through the night yet?” Nope. My eight month old doesn’t go all night. Not even close. And before you know it, you’re presented with the ever popular, somewhat elusive question of, “Oh! Have you tried sleep training?” As far as I can tell, eight months into my sweet little nugget’s life, “sleep training”…
Mamas, It’s Time To Stop The Judgement
Mamas! Make today the day you stop the criticism… stop the judgement. I know it’s so easy to get swept away in how others parent. I’m guilty too! And on social media you can criticize without anything more than clicking SEND. No repercussion. No response. You can send hurt and hate to a stranger or…
You Don’t See My Daily Battle
The other day someone said to me “Well, you’ve been having a great year!” I was taken aback. Has this been a great year? I’ve had some incredible experiences, undoubtedly. I’ve nailed some big goals. But I’ve had some horrible situations too. I’ve bawled my eyes out more than my share this year for sure. …
There Are Bad Times Too
Dear lady at the grocery store, You see my two year old quietly snacking on goldfish and you smile. He reminds you of your grandson and those days many years ago when you took your little ones to the store. You remember the sweet smiles, the tiny expressions, the joy in your heart. “Enjoy these…
Here’s How I’m Really Doing
“Hi! I haven’t seen you in forever! How ARE you?” We all get asked this question several times a day. More on others. And our responses are so canned. So broad. So simplistic. “I’m fine… I’m great! How are you?” Wanna know something? There’s actually a little more to it. So here I go. The…
Money Can’t Buy Me Love, or Family, or Self-Worth
There was a strange moment when I lost my job a few years ago where I thought my value was gone. I was 30-something, married with a toddler and baby on the way. I worked part time making a meager salary, but it was better than nothing and I liked what I did. But when…
When You’re Stuck in the Waiting Place
The Waiting Place… …for people just waiting. Waiting for a train to go or a bus to come, or a plane to go or the mail to come, or the rain to go or the phone to ring, or the snow to snow or the waiting around for a Yes or No or waiting for…
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