We Wish You A Vomit-Free Christmas

This morning I was sleeping in while Aaron got up with Cordy. I heard him carry her downstairs, then drifted off to sleep again.Suddenly I was awake again, hearing "Oh, yuck!" from downstairs, … [Continue reading...]



Stage Combat Mommy?

I find it interesting that someone found my site by doing a Google search for "stage combat Columbus Ohio". I decided to check out where I ranked in that list, and wouldn't you know it? I'm first.Gee, … [Continue reading...]



My 15 Month Amazon Child

Today my daughter is 15 months old. Just 15 months ago I was at the hospital, having her cut out of me, because she was too damn stubborn to turn head down. I now believe that a person's personality … [Continue reading...]



Gas Company Gift Certificates?

Today I found out that our natural gas bill will be going up 49% for January. That's not a typo: forty-nine percent! This is after several other smaller, although no less significant, rate increases … [Continue reading...]



Happy Baby, Happy Mommy

Cordy and I enjoyed a fun morning of Wiggles and playtime before I went to work today. She slept in until 8:40 (which is AMAZING - she's normally up by 6:30!), and best of all: she woke up in a good … [Continue reading...]



5 Weird Things About Me

Kristi has tagged me to tell the world 5 weird or quirky things about myself. OK, you asked for it:1. I am not squeamish, and in fact, have a fascination with death. This in no way means I am seeking … [Continue reading...]



What Do I Want for Christmas?

When I was a kid, I was an expert at Christmas lists for Santa, or for anyone who would buy me gifts. I would carefully craft my list for the family, precisely detailing each item. It had to be the … [Continue reading...]