This week was the first time I have been away from my daughter for an overnight stay. I know that this probably may seem ridiculous to some… Read more “Overnight Stay”
Author: taraolson1
(Weirdo) Mom Guilt
Any Mom can feel guilty for the regular stuff: working too much, not slaving over a hot stove to have a sit down dinner waiting for her… Read more “(Weirdo) Mom Guilt”
Toughening Up
When I was a kid, I often recall my father telling me that certain things would toughen my constitution. Usually it was stuff that I felt required… Read more “Toughening Up”
Believing In Magic
“Are fairies real?” “I don’t know, Bean. They could be. Do you believe in them?” “Yes. But I’ve never seen one.” “Just because we’ve never seen something… Read more “Believing In Magic”
Vent Session
They say that shared joy is double joy and shared sorrow is half a sorrow. Well, if that’s the case, then I guess there’s nothing left to… Read more “Vent Session”
Growing Pains
My daughter exhausts me. She pushes me to my limits, tests my patience, and her whining can be maddening. But I find myself wishing the weekdays away… Read more “Growing Pains”
Space Girls
I have always heard about seeing things through the eyes of a child, which immediately makes me think of imaginative play, silly questions, and Christmas. And while… Read more “Space Girls”
Light ‘Em Up!
Some of my best memories as a kid have nothing to do with expensive presents or fancy trips. Not to say that those things aren’t awesome, but… Read more “Light ‘Em Up!”
Tiger Mom
For this mom, the struggle to find balance remains a constant one. Of course. What else is new? And, well, alright, while I wouldn’t necessarily consider myself… Read more “Tiger Mom”
Kid-Centric
I’ve had nearly identical conversations with several different moms this week, so I figured it might be a good topic to write about. I’m not sure if… Read more “Kid-Centric”
