**Deep breath** Here goes. We don't do Jesus in our house. I grew up Christian-ish, went to Catholic school because it was the best private school we could afford (CA public schools are, um, ever so slightly under-funded), and grew up in a country where talking heads talk about the "war on Christmas" with all … Continue reading The Real Story Of Christmas
Threenager
Disclaimer: I'm gonna say up front that I'm high as a kite on cold meds right now. Like, I kind of can't feel the tips of my fingers all the way? So if I make no sense, it's not my fault. If I'm brilliant and witty, it's totally all me. You know the drill. Okay, … Continue reading Threenager
That’s Just Sick
Because I'm an optimist/dumb, I thought I would take to motherhood like a duck to water. I thought I would be that glowing pregnant lady, wandering the farmer's market, pausing with a secret smile every time I felt a kick. I thought I was going to be one of those people. Then, reality. First off, I got … Continue reading That’s Just Sick
Burn It All Down
The Kraken made pretend houses out of bubbles in the bath. Then he poured water over them, gleefully saying, "House burns down! House burns down!" I'm thinking I need to keep an eye on our lighters...
Kid Gifts for the Parent You Hate
I love giving gifts! No, seriously, I spend waaaaay too much of my free time stalking the internet for the perfect gift for people on my list (note: they're often not nearly as impressed by my gift-giving skills as I am). It's a way to show someone you love them, and pay attention to what … Continue reading Kid Gifts for the Parent You Hate
Dubious Super Powers
"You're my super hero, because you play with my boogers!" -my child, who has a cold [Ed. note: I was wiping his nose, not actually playing with his boogers. That would be gross. I can't believe my life has come to a point where I need to clarify these things]
Glint of Light 