This morning we were having a hard time getting things moving, so rather than freak out and have everyone rushing and starting off the day feeling stressed and frazzled, I told Number 6 and 7 I would drive them to school. That gave us an extra half hour. As I was driving, Number 7 asked […]
Lessons I've Learned
Approaching Dalai Lama Level
When I first started this blog I had no idea what a troll was. I was so clueless. And I’d get some pretty mean and nasty comments from people and I would come back with my fists up ready for battle. I have learned a lot in the last six years. I am so much […]
The White Envelope
I’m sharing this story with you (with permission) because although it is not my own, I think it is truly something for us to all aspire to. It’s just a small, white envelope stuck among the branches of our Christmas tree. No name, no identification, no inscription. It has peeked through the branches of our […]
Parkinson’s Law
How many times have you had a whole day available to you with a big to-do list and an even bigger expectation of how much you are going to get done only to find yourself wondering where the f*ck the day went and zero things on your list completed? And how many times have you […]
A Reminder During The Holidays
This is a friendly reminder to you. And it’s a friendly reminder to me. Let me first say that I love the holidays. I LOVE THEM. I have been listening to Christmas music since November 1st. That’s how much I love this time of year. I also live in Connecticut and there’s nothing better than […]
Mom, How Was Your Day Today?
Number 4 and I have a pretty good relationship. She’s 13 now, and she still likes to talk to me and hang out with me and do stuff with me. That makes me feel pretty good about the job I’ve done as a mom so far. She also describes me as “chill” to her friends […]