I once had a second-grade student wise beyond his years tell me that Tuesday was the "armpit of the week". I chuckle even as I write this. Perhaps that's what February is...the armpit of the year. Hear me out. Once we come down from the climax of the holidays, January can sometimes bring the excitement … Continue reading What should we call February?
In 24 hours…
...everything can change. You go to bed living your life a certain way, just going through your day as if nothing can happen to you, and then... Wham! Everything changes. I mean, life-altering, earth-shattering, changes. Maybe your address changes, your loved one is gone forever, or you break up with someone. These changes, my friends, … Continue reading In 24 hours…
the struggle is real
And it is for everyone. I keep asking if we are in the "Twilight Zone." Kids are breaking their arms on the playground. Our van was totaled by a deer. My uncle passed away. My middle son kicked up his behavior just a notch. Just enough to inflame a stress rash on my face. Oh … Continue reading the struggle is real
reset #3 my bad attitude… this one is for the foster/adoptive parents of the world… or anyone curious
Anyone else super stressed right now? Between Friday the 13th, full moon, the last Friday before spring break, the Covid-19 virus, parent/teacher conferences coming up, cancelled field trips, and the toilet paper crisis, it's a wonder any of us are sane. I'm trying to keep it all from affecting my attitude, but as I sit … Continue reading reset #3 my bad attitude… this one is for the foster/adoptive parents of the world… or anyone curious
true life hot mess mom 