I was bullied during my childhood and adolescence. This bullying was rationalized away as being “just what kids do.”It’s not. It doesn’t have to be. Kids don’t just learn to be bullies because it’s in their nature. They learn it from their parents and the adults in their lives. In my adult life, I’m sad…
mommyhood
I need a do-over. Or a nap.
This morning got off to what I’m going to call a rough start. And in my mind that’s mild for what I would actually like to call it. Because really? If I could’ve gone back to bed for a do-over, I would’ve. My toddler? Does not sleep through the night. And when he wakes up…
Feeling like a Mama Fail. And it’s totally stupid.
An article was linked on Facebook yesterday by another blogger (The Feminist Breeder, I think?) about picky eating children. You can go read it here. Basically, it says that one of the ways mothers can ensure that their children avoid “the typical toddler ‘beige carbohydrate‘ preference, such as white breads, white rice, salt, and sugars”…
Holy irrational irritability, Batman
I know, I know. I’ve already written a post today. Woohoo! Here’s another one! Y’all, I have no idea what has come over me but I have smacked into the Wall of Irritation. Repeatedly. And out of nowhere. So quickly that the first thing I did after walking out of Joshua’s room tonight was pour…
Brownies and words
I love brownies. I also love words. Remember when I told y’all about how I’m all logical and such? As it turns out, I’ve pretty much always been this way. And today I’m going to tell you a little story inspired by Maj, daughter of Kris. (People, if you aren’t reading Kris? You should. I…