June 14, 2016
by Maralee
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In case you don’t know, most of what I write is a “note to self” of sorts. This post is not inspired by trying to inform anybody other than the Joy Sucker-in-Chief on the other end of this keyboard. So … Continue reading
June 10, 2016
by Maralee
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Want to laugh at me? It’s okay. Everybody does it. Join the fun on Facebook and Twitter. Danny: You old butt! Josh: I’m gonna slug you! Bethany: (sigh) Boys these days. #mommysgirl When I started doing an exercise dance class, … Continue reading
June 8, 2016
by Maralee
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I think maybe it’s a problem of pacing. I just use up all my good Mom Magic and have nothing left by bedtime. I hadn’t really thought about how bad I am at bedtime until a friend of mine was … Continue reading
June 6, 2016
by Maralee
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There is a secret society of people who have dealt with digestive issues. Nobody wants to talk about these things, but if you are currently struggling with one and especially if you are just starting the diagnostic process, I want … Continue reading
June 3, 2016
by Maralee
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When I read a good book, I like to let you guys know about it. “Raising Big Kids with Supernatural Love” by Lori Wildenberg and Becky Danielson is a good book. I’m pretty picky about parenting books. I don’t like … Continue reading
May 30, 2016
by Maralee
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I know we’ve heard the beautiful wisdom to stop holding ourselves back from enjoying our lives and just dive in: get in the pool with our kids (regardless of how we feel about our bodies in swimsuits), jump in the … Continue reading
May 27, 2016
by Maralee
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If you were tempted to think your kids were mastering the fine art of working out their differences without needing adult mediation, summer is a great time for being proved wrong. We are reentering a time when there is near … Continue reading
May 23, 2016
by Maralee
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Last night my 6 year-old came back from a birthday party and said, “It was a good party! There were a lot of black people!” At another time in my life I probably would have scolded a child for mentioning … Continue reading
May 18, 2016
by Maralee
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Dear Children, There seems to be some fundamental confusion about the purpose and limitations of some common household objects. To help clear all this up, here is a list you may find useful. Things That Are Not a Trashcan: My … Continue reading
May 16, 2016
by Maralee
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I love the community over on my Facebook page and on Twitter. Come join! Sign you are a cheap family: Your kids refer to their favorite cereal by the off-brand name. #largefamilylogistics #marshmallowmateys #fruitrings #crispyrice It’s only AFTER the photographer for the local … Continue reading