Christmas Gift Hall of Shame

OK, this is my final holiday post.As always, there is the gift hall of shame. Before you get ready to send me a comment about it being the thought that counts, I want to say: I agree. It is the … [Continue reading...]



The Holiday Finish Line!

Tonight we celebrated Hanukkah with Aaron's family, and now our holiday marathon is complete. It was a nice evening, filled with good food (yum, brisket!), good conversation, and some very thoughtful … [Continue reading...]



Christmas Day Report

We have survived round two of the Holiday Marathon. Christmas Day went well, with only a few snags.Last night was rough - Cordy was overtired from being up too late. I've never understood being … [Continue reading...]



The Holiday Marathon Begins

Today was the first of three days of family greeting, gift-exchanging, and sinful food eating. Thanks to Hanukkah being celebrated by Aaron's family on Dec. 26 this year, we have are running the … [Continue reading...]



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...]