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Meet the MILs: Which of These Mother-in-Law Types is Yours?
Let's face it, when you said "I do," you probably didn't realize you were also signing up for a lifelong subscription to MIL Magazine, complete with monthly issues filled with unsolicited advice, invasive questions, and the occasional guilt trip, courtesy of your brand new mother-in-law. For many, entering this uncharted territory can feel more like…
Comparison: The Great Conspirator of Grief
"I can't believe how it must feel when you hear her call you mommy and tell you she loves you and know that soon, she won't be able to any longer," I told her. "I can't believe you'll never get to hear her say those things at all," she said to me. And that's when it hit…
Lessons from the St. Paul’s Rape Trial
The St Paul’s high school rape case verdict came in last Friday – and most headlines trumpet that 18-year-old accused rapist Owen Labrie got off easy, acquitted of the three most serious charges, including felony rape. But there are many good lessons from this trial, worth applauding, and myths that we need to debunk as…
What I Didn’t Post on Facebook
Last week, I read an article dissing parents who only write and/or post positive things about their children on their blogs and other social media sites, like Facebook. Then I looked at my Facebook homepage and noticed, I too am one of those parents.
My Husband Makes Me Feel Like I Have Two Babies In The House
They slam the door when baby is asleep. They ask whats wrong when the crying doesnt stop, as though you know but just dont want to do anything about it. They change a diaper and ask you from the other room to get the wipes – which are right next to them.