I have to deal with something I don't want to, and it's taking entirely too much of my energy. Before starting this blog post I was working through various tasks -- household stuff, other writing projects, planning the week out in my head, moving through my morning. But I was having trouble focusing on anything … Continue reading Know Thyself: The PTA Volunteer Dilemma
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One Fine Father
Father's Day makes me a little nutty. Of course I never anticipate this annual reaction. It comes on fast and furious, and it's always difficult,but for the sake of my mental health I want to focus on the positive. Here goes... Today I'm so very grateful for Gil, father of my children and husband extraordinaire. … Continue reading One Fine Father
Bedtime is NOT for Wimps
For the first time since becoming a parent nearly five years ago, I'm making a radical decision about bedtime rituals with my children. I AM DONE. It hit me like a life-sized boulder as I was once again DREADING our nighttime routine while cleaning up the kitchen after dinner. Th emotions came hard and fast … Continue reading Bedtime is NOT for Wimps
Grief Happens 