When my Mommy Friend Jeannette suggested traditional Chinese massage for my next “Gone Wild ” assignment I was intrigued. I was particularly interested in the idea because it didn’t involve physical ability, rhythm or the possibility of death. Traditional Chinese medicine involving massage and reflexology is a science all its own rich in history. Unlike other massages […]
[Continue reading...]Parent Projects
May 16, 2010 3 Comments
I’ve decided my boys will be going to college on full scholarship. Making this decision has relieved me from a lot of the pressure that goes along with worrying about their college fund so I’m glad the idea occurred to me. Since scholarships are not lottery-based, it seems they need to be earned the old-fashioned way, by […]
[Continue reading...]Two Words of (unsolicited) Advice
May 14, 2010 7 Comments
Pretty much everyone I ever met is pregnant right now and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I admitted my personal Pregnancy Addiction last week and I was really relieved to learn I wasn’t alone. You just saved me thousands in therapy, whew! Since I’ve got this handy little blog which is just great for broadcasting […]
[Continue reading...]Have I Told You Lately…
May 12, 2010 6 Comments
…that I love you? Well, I do and I’m not shy. [Image credit] When I started this little blog, the idea of earning a faithful group of loyal readers felt almost too big to dream. Never could I have imagined the pivotal role each of you would bring to Mommyfriend. Whether it’s through a thoughtful […]
[Continue reading...]Reality Bites: Little Hearts, Big Love
May 11, 2010 7 Comments
Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend but handmade gifts are a mom’s best friend. There is nothing as special as a handmade craft or picture made by your child. I cherish every handprint, footprint, macaroni necklace and glittery card made with smeared ink and misspelled words. The thoughtful care our children put into these […]
[Continue reading...]A Mother’s Day Wish
May 8, 2010 3 Comments
[Image:myliberty.ca.com] To my Mommy Friends: I wish you a joyous Mother’s Day! Thank you for all you have taught and continue to teach me about motherhood and friendship. I am grateful to be on your team and for all the personal gifts your friendship has brought me. Someday I hope to grow up just like […]
[Continue reading...]The Women Rules
May 7, 2010 16 Comments
You’ve got a big butt and I cannot lie. Children are the most honest creatures you will ever meet. Let me preface that by saying children are the most honest creatures you will ever meet about the things that won’t get them in trouble…or at least the things they think won’t get them in trouble. […]
[Continue reading...]Pregnancy Anonymous
May 5, 2010 7 Comments
[Image:newbiemommy.com] Since I am obviously not a licensed psychiatrist, I am the last Mommy Friend who should be dishing out psychiatric diagnosis of any kind. Self-diagnosis however, is a whole different ball game I have been practicing for years. I have decided I suffer from Pregnancy Addiction, if there even is such a thing. So […]
[Continue reading...]Babymoon
May 2, 2010 45 Comments
[Image:charhadas.com] If you’re expecting a baby, a babymoon is an idea well worth considering. Like a honeymoon, a babymoon is an opportunity to get out of town and enjoy your partner and kids (if you already have them) before you welcome your newest addition. Since traveling with a newborn is about as fun as a […]
[Continue reading...]Spirit Baby
April 30, 2010 22 Comments
I haven’t taken to my blog to write about my personal experience with pregnancy loss nearly 4 years ago, perhaps in time I will share my story. A dear friend sent me the following excerpt from Part IV of “BabyCatcher: Chronicles of a Modern Midwife” by Peggy Vincent when I needed it most. This story brought me […]
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