Thanks, Time magazine. You have made people absolutely lose their minds with your provocative cover photo of Jamie Lynne Grumet. Instead of getting my recommended daily allowance of Kardashian gossip, now I have to worry about not being a good mom AND put on my judgey pants about Jamie nursing what appears to be an Army staff sergeant. I don’t know if people have flipped their lids because … [Read more...]
When I had my older two children in the early 90’s, you had to wait until you heard a smack and a “Waaaah!” to find out whether you had a son or a daughter. There wasn’t a lot of shopping you could do in advance. Mostly plain onesies and drawstring sleepers in white or gender-neutral yellows and greens. Still, when my mother and I went shopping in the Carter’s store in my hometown, we … [Read more...]
After twenty years of momming four kids, I’d describe my parenting style as very laid-back. A shock to you, I’m sure. At our house we have the five minute rule for dropped food. Heck, if you can beat the dog to it, I’m sure it’s fine. Just dust it off and go for it. I do have a beloved friend who is much more anti-germ than I am. Her kids will never know the joy of saying “Take … [Read more...]
I have four kids at home and one husband, who is Ricky to my Lucy. He puts up with late dinners, occasional clean underpants shortages, and my madcap schemes.
