Monthly Archives: March 2013

But I’m Not Dead Yet!

Posted on March 30, 2013 by

My sister used to love watching Monty Python movies, and one of her favorite parts is this scene from the Holy Grail flick: I’ve been really sick this past week, and I always think of the above scene when I’m in this state. … Continue reading →

Posted in illness, motherhood, speed-posts | 2 Comments

Move Over Brownies: I Got MOM Flair

Posted on March 20, 2013 by

As I stood ironing badges onto my third-grader’s Brownie vest this morning, I was reminded of a brilliant entrepreneurial idea I had when her little brother was a baby. Well, at least I thought it was brilliant. Here is her … Continue reading →

Posted in humor, speed-posts | 7 Comments

After Birth: The Book Is Out!

Posted on March 17, 2013 by

Today’s the day! After Birth: Unconventional Writings from the Mommylands is officially out of the bag and off the hook. (Can a middle-aged mom say off the hook?) A collection of humorous and literary essays, After Birth is a great … Continue reading →

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Hello, Tweendom. Is That You?

Posted on March 13, 2013 by

Too old for toys, too young for boys. That’s the description I found when I Googled “age of tweens” the other night. Obviously, I’d had a bad day with one of my kids. I just had to confirm what I … Continue reading →

Posted in daughters, tweens | 15 Comments

How Parenthood–and a New Heart–Taught Me to Appreciate My Dad

Posted on March 6, 2013 by

For six months, I had a battery-operated dad. This is different—significantly—from having a battery-operated “boyfriend.” (We all know what that looks like.) My dad’s battery was a big, heavy square that fit into a wearable pouch given to him in … Continue reading →

Posted in dads, daughters, grandparents, healthcare, transplant | 9 Comments