Since having Clark, there are several things that should only take a few minutes but instead take half a day. On Wednesday, I set out to make some meatballs and eggplant parm. Okay, five minutes is a little ambitious for both, but, honestly, 20 minutes tops for prep. Instead, I spent the time between 5:15PM and 8:32PM prepping meatballs and eggplant. With that amount of time … [Read more...] about Things That Should Only Take Five Minutes
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My Baby May or May Not Be Obese
So, maybe I'm exaggerating a little bit. But Clark truly is chubby. This morning I snapped a picture of him sitting on my husband's lap, and all I can say is holy rolls. While I know I'm joking about my son and obesity, a lot of mothers are concerning themselves with the weight and physique of their infants. And that's just sick. The only question you should have when it comes … [Read more...] about My Baby May or May Not Be Obese
When I Finally Felt Like a “Mom”
Today's the day. I finally felt like a total "mom". And I felt this way when I was all by myself. In my car. Alone. On my way to the grocery store. When I had a seriously devious thought. And I went through with it. Brace yourselves for what I did on my way to Trader Joe's. It's not for the faint of heart:Have you caught your breath yet? Yes, I went to Starbucks on my … [Read more...] about When I Finally Felt Like a “Mom”