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Life Lessons From A Week On Crutches
So I managed to do my ankle in, which landed me in an Aircast and crutches. I know what youre thinking and for the record, I was not walking and texting. In fact, I was attempting to walk and talk at the VERY same time and managed to go over on my ankle. Its a good thing I wasnt chewing gum or I may have ended up in a full body cast.
The Critic, The Nag and Other Archetypes I’m Avoiding
This Fathers Day, the gift Im giving Daddy-o is the reminder that I will try very hard not to be any of the archetypes I described a few years and a few kids ago. Any of these sound familiar?
Have We Met? I’m the Perfect Puppy Mom
You know how everyone is the perfect parent – before they have kids? They always know EXACTLY how they would parent saying, When I have kids, Ill NEVER cut the crusts off their sandwiches, and, My kids will know how to read before starting kindergarten. Well, Ive become that mom – except with my puppy.
My Kids Need To Be A Little More Materialistic
Throughout my parenting journey, I’ve generally put value on experiences rather than stuff. Im not fussed about having fancy furniture or cars, mostly because Im simply not interested. Those things dont excite me.My friends often laugh at my lack of interest over things like a new house or new car. When it was time to buy outdoor furniture, my neighbor picked it out. When I needed new furniture for the …
Wanted: Good Neighbors
Earlier this week, a mom in the autism community reached out to me for some ideas or suggestions for dealing with a difficult neighbor. Her son, who is quite severely affected by autism, has recently developed a verbal tic/stim. Often verbal tics/stims present as loud, unusual, and random sounds.