Words

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“Use your words, Monkey. Tell me what you want. Hand tugging does not work anymore,” I say for the umpteenth time. My 3 year old obliges me. He tells me what snack he wants. 5 minutes later, I find myself repeating, “Use your words. USE your words.” It struck me later that I need to [...]

The Other Side

Two boys

Beautiful sunsets on beaches. Exotic outdoor markets. Coffee at a luxury hotel. Picnics in a park. Shopping in places with names I can’t pronounce. Pictures of airport lounges, and first class seats on a plane, off to yet another far flung destination. Pretty clothes, long tanned legs, and gorgeous effortless hairdos. Events, parties and weddings. [...]

Things I’m Afraid to Tell You: Volume II

Without fear there cannot be courage.

11 months ago, I wrote about 5 things I was afraid to tell you. It was fairly therapeutic (as Alexandra says, blogging IS therapy), and no one ran away screaming. So I’m back with more things I’m afraid to tell you. I’m afraid to tell you that I’m worried my 3 year old will never [...]

Writing and Distractions

Quote about distraction

It’s Monday morning, I need to write my blog post! Okay: one at school, the other is napping. Perfect. Let’s start. Wait, need a cup of tea. Mug, water boiling, tea bag. Pour water. Brew. Huh, empty coffee cup in the sink. Wash. Wait, need to refill dishwasher liquid. Okay. Done. Gah, need to take [...]

What I Really Want For Mother’s Day

Motherhood is a choice you make quote

The oft-repeated phrase, “Motherhood is hard, yo.” can be heard loud and clear in the blogging world. Posts and articles are popping up, where “humor” bloggers are writing lists of what they really want, which includes, pooping in peace, and “leave me the eff alone” coupons. These posts make me sick to the stomach. I [...]