You know what happens when news coverage of a shocking topic is on 24-7 for months? People become numb to it. They get tired of hearing about it. They feel powerless. Any outrage they may have felt is replaced by resignation. I know this because it’s how I feel about the “war on terror.” But...
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In chronological order… Baby Bump - For the EFFINGLOVEOFGOD, it’s not a BUMP. It’s a baby and a belly and just…JUST STOP SAYING IT. Because it bothers me. A lot. Push Presents - Um, newsflash—the BABY is the reward! But on the off chance that your new baby isn’t enough of a bonus for you, the...
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First off, let me say that I’m not a fan of McDonald’s. Other than the Southwestern salad, I find their food largely unappetizing. Now, that doesn’t mean I won’t eat a fry or two because okay…their fries are pretty tasty. But the burgers are weird and have little hard things in them and the...
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Should Adults Be Tinkering with Kids’ Friendships? I just read an interesting post today on Blogher about kids and best friends. In a nutshell, some don’t think it’s healthy for kids to have strong friendships with one person or, I suppose, a limited number of people and that adults (teachers, camp counselors etc) should intervene...
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This is just a little love note to my readers and even more so, to my commenters. I don’t give anyone much of a reason to come back here on a regular or even semi-regular basis. I know that. But you guys are always here for me, regardless. You lift me up when I’m down, you shoo...
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I’ve had many identity crises in my life. The worst was when I became a mom. I just didn’t know who I was anymore and it took a good long time to settle into this mom role. Eventually I sorted it all out. I know who I am. I don’t need my name sewed...
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You know…I used to write about so many different things in this space and even now, I *think* about things I want to write about here but in the end..this place seems to have become a place to either reflect on my mental state or whine about it. — The feeling. It’s subtle but it’s there…quietly...
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