In a few hours the months of planning will come to fruition. You’ll be married. But this is only the beginning, beloved. Yes, yes. I’m aware that you realize this and you “know” what you’re getting into. On some level, you’re correct- everyone who has been in any sort of relationship knows how difficult […]
This is pee-worthy
I have been forty for 19 days. In that time… I organized my home and kids so The Hubs and I (and Flat Stanley) could leave town for an entire week… 7 backpacks just to organize the boys’ school and sports paraphernalia Meanwhile I pack my shit like an efficient boss! I spent 6 […]
10 Things I will have absolutely no trouble doing while traveling to Scotland
According to my children, I have no business traveling. Luke feels my definition of a “fun time in Scotland” is found lacking. According to Nate, I have no business going to Scotland because I “don’t speak Scotland.” *setting* The kitchen table Tuesday morning… Luke: Mom, what are you most excited about doing on your […]
This is 16 + 24 – 19 hours
In 19 hours I’ll be 40. Four-ty. The big 4-0. I’m pretty sure the school secretary and nurse were in their 40’s. Maybe they were 60. I couldn’t tell. I was 8. I remember when my mom turned 40. We threw her a surprise party. She came downstairs early… in her bathrobe. I was 11. […]
To the parents of…
To the parents of… “Vicky is an extremely articulate young lady. We are impressed by her ability to express her thoughts and feelings.” Kindergarten- Mrs. Levi “Vicky is very bright. She completes her work on time and is eager to participate in class discussions and sharing. However, it would be a good idea for her […]
Not so super, but still a hero
Have you ever looked around only to discover you are drowning in the chaos of your own making? “Chaos” is the word I’d choose to describe every summer, Christmas, Thanksgiving and Easter vacation. Oh, and let’s not forget 3 day weekends. Oops, can’t fail to mention those early dismissal days either. And how can […]
Test: Are you a Seasoned Mom or a New Mom?
No one can deny there is a certain “Groundhog Day’esque” quality to a mom’s day. On one hand, we have the peace that comes from having structure and knowing that no matter how badly we screw up today, it will be OK because we will be doing it all over again tomorrow. On the other hand, there’s the […]
This Is Almost 40
In 2 months and 24 days, I will be 40. Like many of life’s milestones, it’s a good time to take pause and reflect. I can happily say, I think I have much to be proud of. I’ve accomplished most of the goals I set and many of the ones I didn’t meet weren’t necessarily “unmet,” so […]
I am the worst salesperson… ever.
It goes without saying that in order to promote your blog, you have to be able to, well, promote your blog. You have to subtly place it in conversations… “You have a naughty dog? I have a naughty dog too. I once wrote the story ON MY BLOG about the time he locked himself in the pantry. […]
My BlogU Experience… in Numbers
Some of you may not be aware of this, but I spent last weekend on the beautiful campus of Notre Dame of Maryland University. No, not that Notre Dame. This Notre Dame. I know, I know. You think I threw off the chains of responsibility and went back to college to relive the glory days, right? I did stay in […]
