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Eat It?
So what’s your strategy when it comes to eating during this time of year? Are you conscious of counting calories or unconscious from inhaling them? Inquiring minds want to know. Me? I am mainly passed out on the floor with … Continue reading
Top Five Gifts for Overtired Mommies
It’s beginning to look a lot like…Christmas. Hanukkah. Kwanzaa. No matter what you celebrate, time is not on your side. Sorry if I am slapping you in the face with the reality that the holidays are creeping up on us … Continue reading
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Dada?
Scene: a waiting room. A forty-something-year-old man sits across from me to stroke his ego with some signature smooth talk (why me–the woman with a squirmy toddler, rockin’ C-section pouch, and noticeable wedding rings–I have no clue). In the time … Continue reading
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And the Winner Is…
Okay, I am done tormenting you a la Ryan Seacrest. It’s time to give thanks! The winner of Mommy Dish Side Dish Slut contest is…Kim Checkoway! Her Butternut Squash and Apple Crisp capitalizes on what’s in season with a distinctive … Continue reading
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Superior Slutty Sides
Chef Julie has spoken! I narrowed the Mommy Dish Side Dish Slut contest down to the final four, but simply couldn’t pick a Head ‘Ho (uh, winner). It was like choosing children (I am so thankful for all of you). Told … Continue reading
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Side Dish Slut
I am a side dish slut. It’s one reason why my husband fell in love with me. Let me explain. When Scott and I first started dating, he was on his very best behavior…opening my car door every time, gushing … Continue reading
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The Grinch Who Couldn’t Steal Halloween
Halloween was a trick this year, and I am stuck with lots of treats. Really, a girl who’s still recovering from that intoxicating feeling of having her husband trip on himself to fulfill every pregnancy craving should not be surrounded by … Continue reading
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Takedown, Shakedown, You’re Busted!
Alex is an American bad a$$. Don’t be fooled by his disarmingly charming smile, his signature dimples, his angelic voice crooning hello on repeat, his willingness to share. If you’re pint-sized, he will take you down. Consider yourself warned. Hey, … Continue reading
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Fifteen Minute Rule
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. I am no bible preaching Mommy–far, far (really, really far) from it–but this rule is one I adore. There’s signage all over my doctor’s office threatening patients in nice … Continue reading
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Trick or Treat?
‘Tis the Season. Haven’t you heard? I was feeling pretty good about myself at the mall today, starting my search for an insanely cute Halloween costume for Alex 27 days early. In the past, I’ve relied on the holy trinity … Continue reading
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