Hey Perfect Moms–Don’t Judge Me

Really, I don't need your looks and your judgement.  Why?  Well because he is my kid and I can raise him how I see fit.  Just so you know, there isn't only one way to raise a kid and I am thankful that there isn't.  Why?  Well because I want my kid to have fun.  … Continue reading Hey Perfect Moms–Don’t Judge Me

Like Poking A Sharp Hot Stick In The Eye

Or better know as eating out with your toddler.  All of you with two year olds who have only one speed--overdrive--know what I am talking about. This past weekend consisted of two large meals.  My entire family took me out for my graduation and it was a blast--of course I spent half of the meal watching … Continue reading Like Poking A Sharp Hot Stick In The Eye

I Use To Like Talking On The Phone

I have decided to go back to work full-time.  I have tried this SAHM thing and it really isn't for me.  I have been faking it--I'm an awesome faker.  I am just not as happy as I could be and life is to short to squander opportunities for happiness.  I stayed home one full year and … Continue reading I Use To Like Talking On The Phone

Yes, Yes. That Is My Child.

Well yesterday was a joyous occasion.  My dad and his longtime girlfriend have finally married.  They have been shacking up since September 2000 and its about time he made an honest woman out of her--as no 50-year-old woman wants to be someone's girlfriend.  No my dad's not robbing the cradle--he is in his fifties as … Continue reading Yes, Yes. That Is My Child.

International Adoption–Not For The Faint Of Heart

I am a "seasoned" international adopter.  Meaning I have been through the process once and it was wrought with many ups and a huge number of downs and am almost done with our second adoption.  I will not relive the drama that was our first adoption--it is in the August 06 and a post or … Continue reading International Adoption–Not For The Faint Of Heart