October 3, 2016
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In honor of the high holidays, here is a look back at a post that had special meaning for me… and maybe for some of you in mixed-faith households. It’s not always easy! Happy New Year to all who celebrate… … Continue reading
September 29, 2016
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“You made me a turkey sandwich, again?” my toddler asks, looking up at me, his blue eyes sparkling, his entire 3-foot frame radiating mischief. “What the f@&k?” I wince, and explain to him, yet again, that his word choice isn’t … Continue reading
September 21, 2016
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I sit near the slide, watching my daughter and two other girls playing some game I don’t understand. It involves magical powers, which apparently become “activated” by climbing, jumping, and observing a host of complicated second-grade rules. The girls giggle and … Continue reading
September 12, 2016
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There were tears the day we announced we’d bought a home. I don’t mean the tears I cried at the closing when I held the keys to my first house. Or the manly glisten in my husband’s eye as it … Continue reading
July 28, 2016
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We were sitting at dinner, when my 7-year-old daughter looked up from her meatballs, paused for a moment, and asked, “You know that woman who sings ‘Wrecking Ball’? Why does she show everyone her bra and underwear?” For the record, … Continue reading
July 7, 2016
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Nothing says summer like a road trip. Classic rock on the radio. Highway exits promising endless adventure. Your kids begging to go to the bathroom five minutes after you’ve left the house. Here’s a look back at the 12 stages of road … Continue reading
July 5, 2016
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I rushed through the door of my son’s daycare, carrying his backpack in one arm and him in the other. I had about five minutes to drop him off before running to a meeting with a client. “Young man,” a staff … Continue reading
June 27, 2016
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The Mommy A to Z Manic Mondays Blog Hop Is Live! Join the Manic Mondays blog hop! Last week’s hop featured great posts on everything from cool summer treats to supporting a friend through a miscarriage. To see which posts were featured, visit … Continue reading
June 22, 2016
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Splashing on the beach. Ice cream before dinner. Concerts in the park. Summer is filled with wonderful experiences for families. Less wonderful, though, is trying to get your overtired kids to sleep when the sun is still shining and there’s so … Continue reading
June 17, 2016
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It’s that time of year again… time to honor the men who love and nurture our children, who are role models and comedians, tough guys and bear huggers. To celebrate Father’s Day, here is an excerpt from my book, Mommy A to Z: An … Continue reading