Oct 4, 2008

Moments We’re Not Proud Of

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Many of you may read Catherine of Her Bad Mother, and you probably know that she's been having a rough time lately. This parenting gig isn't always baby giggles and butt wiggles - we often discover … [Continue reading...]

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Oct 3, 2008

Haiku Friday: Stop the Ads!

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I'm already sickof campaign ads on TVevery five minutesOne more month to goof attacks and one-sidedtales to influenceThe one benefitof these ads is I am nowwatching less TV Don't get me wrong - I'm … [Continue reading...]

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Oct 2, 2008

For Once, It’s OK To Follow The Herd

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To my US readers:Are you registered to vote yet? No? The deadline is quickly approaching - for many tomorrow is the last day to register. Here in Ohio, you have until October 6 to register. After that … [Continue reading...]

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Oct 1, 2008

Old Navy’s Insane Exchange Policy

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Have I mentioned how hard it is to dress Cordy? The kid has a long torso, shorter legs, and isn't lacking in hips or butt. (More proof that she wasn't switched at birth.) As a result, very few clothes … [Continue reading...]

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Sep 30, 2008

Checking For Black Cats & Avoiding Ladders

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Ever feel like you're cursed? Like you passed by a penny on the ground, or broke a mirror, or walked under a ladder or stepped on a crack or any other crazy daily activity that is rumored to bring you … [Continue reading...]

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Sep 28, 2008

Mom or Zookeeper – What’s The Difference?

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When I was little, I wanted to work in a zoo. I loved everything about animals, and knew that no matter what, the only job that would be right for me would be one that involved caring for animals … [Continue reading...]

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Sep 26, 2008

Haiku Friday: Simple Pleasures

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An unexpectedsurprise tonight, hidden ina closet cornerOne final box ofThin Mint Girl Scout cookies Iforgot months agoThe perfect hidingspot, and now the perfect snack:chocolatey goodness I was … [Continue reading...]

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