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Working the Working Mom Guilt
These past few weeks, we have had a number of activities going on that have nothing to do with the adults but everything to do with the kids. And that means adults have to drive the kids from place to place. Which, as we all know, isn’t exactly everyone’s favorite way to spend the weekend. …
Welcome to Planet B. Mitzvah
Soccer Girl is in 7th grade, which in our world means that it’s time for Jewish children to become Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. The invites have started to come in, and this month alone she has three to attend. It’s fun for her to experience all that this milestone means for the kids. She’s well …
Playtime for Everyone!
Parents, have you ever wanted to have a simple, uncomplicated night out with your significant other that DIDN’T include your kids? Maybe you want to take in a show, you know, like your sophisticated selves used to do BK – before kids. To remember what it’s like to sit in a theater and laugh and …
All of this and back again…
So, new year, eh? It’s crazy to think about the year that just passed and not think about how it almost feels like I was sleep-walking through much of it. Certainly from September on feels like a long, cold nap that I just awakened from. IT Boy started Kindergarten, and as much as I would …
I’m going to BlogHer (along with 3,000+ others…)
It’s that time of year again! The female end of the blogosphere is awash in BlogHer posts. What to do, what to see, what parties are the happening ones to be at, and dare I add, what swag is worth grabbing. It’s bigger! It’s better! It’s crazier! I’m not really all into that, but if …
I Saw The Sign
Sometimes, when your kid hits a phase, it comes with no warning at all. I mean, you imagine that boys will be into cars at some point, just like girls are into princesses (don’t get all down on me for gender stereotyping, now, this is just an example.) But signs. Who knew that kids could …
Managing Allergies in Children
I wrote this post while participating in a blog tour conducted by Clever Girls Collective on behalf of Children’s Claritin®. I have been compensated for my time commitment to the program. As long as I can remember, I’ve had seasonal allergies. A few years ago, I got my file from an old doctor’s office and …
Walking in My Shoes
Last month was winter break for the kids at Soccer Girl’s school. Since we are attending Disney Social Media Moms, I didn’t feel I should take more time off to cover the 4 days she was missing school. Also, IT Boy’s school was NOT closed, so there wasn’t a need to have coverage for him. …
Daddy Blogger ≠ Mommy Blogger, plus a book giveaway
Recently, I read a post by CC Chapman entitled “I’m a Dad and Damn Proud of It.” Certainly, it was a great post talking about what he feels is the most important role that he plays, which would be father to his kids. In the post, he goes on to talk about why “Daddy Bloggers”, …
"Saving Henry: A Mother's Journey"
This weekend, I had the privilege of joining a group of local moms to celebrate the publication of a new book. Laurie Strongin’s ”Saving Henry: A Mother’s Journey” published at the beginning of March, and to mark this most momentous milestone, she has been on the road talking to groups of people and the media about Henry’s …
"Up All Night"
In past blog entries, I told of our efforts to get the IT Boy to sleep through the night. I’m happy to say that after much work he is probably one of the best sleepers in the house. Mr. IT would tell you that it was all a natural evolution, that he just reached a …
On mothering a boy
Last night, we had my mom over to the house for a Hanukkah dinner. Not growing up Jewish, I make sure it’s a well-choreographed occasion, with little margin for error. Brisket bigger than smallest child? Check. Gobs of oil, normally forbidden, because it’s how you honor the holiday, and to hell with calories when you …
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