Category Archives: Beach

Anal-Retentive, Greasy-Haired Prom Queen with a Southern Belle Twist

Somehow, I’ve morphed into an anal-retentive, greasy-haired prom queen with a southern belle twist in anticipation of my departure to Puerto Rico. I am driving everyone insane…everyone, except for me. All’s good in my little warped world. Let me give … Continue reading

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Feelin’ Hot, Hot, Hot!

Scott and I took two teenagers (Ashley and her friend–hangin’ with us alone would damage her rep, ya know?) and a toddler to the beach in 100-degree heat. What were we thinking? We started out by stuffing the car with … Continue reading

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A Mom’s Case of Porn Star Knees

I never expected porn star knees two years after having a baby. A belly that requires a spray painted six-pack? Sure. An hourglass figure that looks more like a wine glass? Of course. But porn star knees? Are you effing … Continue reading

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Remember

As a Mommy, I’d give my life for my child. No hesitation. That doesn’t make me special…ask any Mommy, and I guarantee she’d do the same. But would you give your life for a total stranger? For your country? Most … Continue reading

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I Did It!

This weekend was a memorable one. I did something ballsy. And crazy. And thrilling. Ballsy: I cut the cord. Not in a creepy January Jones type of way, more in a I-can’t-leave-my-beloved-son-for-any-real-length-of-time-unless-I-am-forced-to kind of way. Crazy: I surprised my husband … Continue reading

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A Perfect 10, Take Two

I am such a vacation tease. Last year, I flirted with the idea of going away to some tropical resort my husband. Alex-less. Like a naughty Mommy. I did the online searches, priced out some deals, and narrowed down our … Continue reading

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Life’s a Beach

I love Grammys. Not the little gold statues awarded to musicians (I am not one of those award show junkies)…the good-as-gold Grammys awarded to overtired parents. Last weekend, we schlepped a pack and play, stroller, umbrella, float, and beach cart … Continue reading

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