When I was a kid, I asked my parents what bestiality was. At 37, I still have not quite recovered from the mortification. I’d heard the term on Oprah (before she was a potential presidential candidate, and high ruler of the world) and I was curious what it meant. I was not prepared for the answer I … [Read more...]
If School Welcome Letters Were Honest
Is anyone else DROWNING in paperwork right now? The first week of school my kids brought home enough paper to power Burning Man seven times over. I get it: allergies, bus policies, safe dismissal procedures, PA days, there’s lots of important information to be communicated. But let’s be honest, … [Read more...]
What I’m Looking For In a Sister Wife
In late July, two religious leaders in B.C. were found guilty of polygamy. One was accused of having five wives, the other 24. One of the men had fathered 145 children. For obvious reasons, details of the lives of actual polygamists have been a closely guarded secret. To the outsider, many of … [Read more...]
Stop Asking Me To Go Camping (Seriously, It’s Not Going To Happen)
It’s summer and you know what that means—camping season! Or in my case, “Hell no, I don’t want to come camping with you” season. I appreciate the offers, I really do. I’m sure you do have a wonderful time reconnecting with nature, star gazing and Kumbayaing your brains out, but it’s a hard pass … [Read more...]
I Tried Adulting, But It Wasn’t For Me
By the time you read this, I’ll be. . . 42. (I’ll essentially be the answer to life, so you should definitely take my advice.) I remember feeling like 42 was a million light years away, and I envisioned a life (and person) so different from the reality I’m living. I’ve learned a lot, shared a lot, … [Read more...]
The Lazy Mom’s Guide To Home Decor
There aren't enough home decor magazine features for REAL moms. Everything's all matchy-matchy and only kids from the Sears catalogue appear to live there (peacefully, with no signs of struggle or mess.) It's time to get real about decor as a mom and what that actually looks like. Area … [Read more...]
Just When I Thought I Was Out, My Kids Pull Me Back In
Each day, I roll out of bed in a pretty decent mood. Sure, I may need a large amount of coffee to help me feel ready to face the world. And yes, sometimes I take on life in pajama pants and spend the morning wondering if I’ve brushed my teeth or not, but for the most part, I don’t let it get me … [Read more...]
4 Ways To Make Life With Teens Easier
The lives of today's teens are scheduled and full. Many take part in sports or extracurricular activities in addition to keeping up with their academics and social calendar. While it can feel like their lives are heavily scheduled, having a full calendar means that they learn time-management and … [Read more...]
My Son’s Obsession With Saving Money Is Driving Me Insane
Of all my son’s unique habits, his penchant for trying to save money on our electricity bill is the most frustrating one. He’ll walk around the house flicking off all the light switches so that our house is entirely shrouded in darkness. From the outside, it would look abandoned. On the inside, it’s … [Read more...]
Your Mileage May Vary
We went on a road trip this weekend to visit my son. He's away at his grandma's for a three-week visit and we are popping up to see him on weekends to soak up some sun. We went the whole first week with a steady stream of photos, but no phone calls. This didn't really phase us, but we were curious … [Read more...]
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