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My 9/11 Story
September 10, 2011 1 Comment
September 11, 2001 began like any other Tuesday. I was 25 years old, married and working for the man. In an instant the world stood still as we witnessed images more tragic and heartbreaking than we had ever seen in our own backyard. This was no ordinary Tuesday at all. On this infamous day I […]
I Want Your Embarrassing Toddler Photos!
September 9, 2011 1 Comment
I’m creating a slideshow on Babble’s Toddler Times of embarrassing toddler photos – you know, the ones you totally HAVE to take for future blackmail because they are just THAT good? I’m asking for your photos if you’re interested in contributing! I know these awesome pics sometimes involve butt nudity but I’m not even gonna […]
How to Have a Happy Haircut
September 9, 2011 1 Comment
It’s possible to have a happy haircut experience with your toddler. If you would have told me that when Boy Wonder was a toddler I would have laughed in your face (and then cried a little). I did some research (crazy, no? I usually make this crap up) and found a few solid tips and tricks […]
Never (Ever, Ever) Apologize for the Parent You Are
September 8, 2011 18 Comments
Someone please tell me why (oh why) people care so much if a random 4 year old is in a stroller or if a 3 year old still sucks on a paci? Who freaking cares?! I know, I know, a paci is bad for speech (I think) and maybe oral development (or did I make […]
A Tongue and Cheek Approach to Pregnancy
September 7, 2011 1 Comment
I found pregnancy to be pretty damn scary. Between puking in the #2 lane of the I-210 during morning rush hour, growing a Selleck ‘stash and peeing on the bathroom floor – my body was doing all sorts of crazy things without my permission. I reached out to all you fabulous Mommy Friends on Facebook about your […]
Teach Your Child to Ride a Bike!
September 7, 2011 Leave a Comment
This poor child didn’t stand a chance against Big Daddy P and his cycling dreams. We’re already teaching him how to ride a bike because he’s almost 4 and his cycling career is on the fast track don’t you know (eye roll)… This is how we’re doing it in case you’re interested in getting your own children started on […]
Children’s Music That Won’t Force You to Poke Out Your Eardrums (& a Giveaway)
September 6, 2011 2 Comments
**Congratulations to L. Eleana Johnson, the winner of Jewel’s CD! Thank you all for entering!** Mommy Friends, it’s OK to admit loud and proud that you don’t like listening to most children’s music. Watch, “MY NAME’S LORI AND I HATE LISTENING TO A CHOIR OF KIDS SING ‘ROW, ROW, ROW YOUR BOAT!’” Children’s music has come […]
19 Reasons Why Dads Rule
September 5, 2011 1 Comment
Moms matter, this we know – but Dads, not only do they matter – they totally rule! Check out 19 Reasons Why Dad’s Rule, this slideshow was just a sneaky peek.
Stop Fighting and Love Each Other Already!
September 2, 2011 1 Comment
That is so not a hug. They love each other/hate each other/love each other some more. I can’t take their on-again off-again romance! Click here to see a photo gallery of their best and worst of times, along with my plea for peace.
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