Growing up, I always thought it was kind of awkward when other parents said "I love you" to their kids and they didn't side-eye each other afterwards.
Category: Marriage
The 6 stages of returning to school as an adult.
You tell anyone that will listen about your new adventure, including the poor deli lady that just wants to know how much ham you want.
Yeah I love you, but more importantly, I like you.
The hubs and I have been a thing for a long time now. Sometimes it feels longer and than others but nonetheless, I have always liked him. That may sound small but hear me out. He still makes me laugh. I like him for that. We have two awesome kiddos together. I love him for … Continue reading Yeah I love you, but more importantly, I like you.
The Ultimate “Me Time”: A Kid Free Vacation
Parenting by definition is stressful. Constantly being subjected to the energy sucking nature of kids takes a toll mentally, physically, and emotionally. There reaches a point where you have to make a choice. You have to choose your own well-being above all. For any parent this is by no means an easy task… but it … Continue reading The Ultimate “Me Time”: A Kid Free Vacation
This old thing? I’ve had it at least 2 hours, honey.
"...when I say "I've had this a while" I'm usually talking about having my new purchase since earlier that day, maybe a week if I'm lucky.
Our crap filled Saturday night: A humorous take on septic back-up.
It was a long and busy Saturday with my little family. My husband and I were spent and so were the rugrats. I put together a gourmet dinner of leftovers and then tossed all three kids into the tub. The kiddos were having a good time in the tub. This included draining and … Continue reading Our crap filled Saturday night: A humorous take on septic back-up.
I just need 5-minutes: Hitting the breaking point
I do not have it in me right now. My patience has been stretched beyond any form of natural limitations. I can feel the jagged edges of my emotions sharpen. The rawness of my temper is exposed. I can feel a dull pressure build in my mind. It is not … Continue reading I just need 5-minutes: Hitting the breaking point
Our real family photo… that went small town viral.
We won a bag of free groceries. That's how the whole thing started. We live in a small Midwestern town. Our town is blessed to have any grocery store at all, let alone one that is incredibly active in the community. This little store was celebrating 10-years in business. There were tons … Continue reading Our real family photo… that went small town viral.
Want a good laugh? Plan a trip with kids.
I have completely given up on the idea of planning. There have been so many instances where I convince myself events will play out in a predictable fashion, only to have that idea explode in my face. Accept that planning is bullcrap. This has never been more true than when it comes to family … Continue reading Want a good laugh? Plan a trip with kids.
Prompting
Just pick up the damn toys and I won't lose my shit for the billionth time today, ok? Not. Hard.
Tired Not Dead 