It snowed in Atlanta last night. Ish. It was snowy...ish. But our news outlets talked about it for three days straight and, I kid you not, had continuous coverage of the "Winter Weather Event" from 9pm until 6am. I didn't know about any other world events and I was actually watching the news. This is … Continue reading In Defense of Southern Snows
Category: holidays
No, I’m not ready for Christmas
Have you noticed the tendency as December wears on for people to replace "how you doing" with a smile and an eager "So, are you ready for Christmas?" I don't know if everyone gets this question as much as I do or if it's a function of having kids in my house that prompts people … Continue reading No, I’m not ready for Christmas
10 Ways to Save Holiday Time
I actually wrote this two years ago, before I had a smaller house and traveled all over the country like a crazy person. But I've seen a lot of posts lately from friends and relatives who feel overwhelmed and I thought you might like to read it again (or for the first time, if you … Continue reading 10 Ways to Save Holiday Time
10 Time-Saving Tips for the Holidays
So sorry that I've been silent for the last two months. We are in the midst of some life change (moving, possibly changing our kids' schools) and I tend to get very quiet and introspective when I'm faced with new, big ideas. If I were a real writer that would probably make me write more … Continue reading 10 Time-Saving Tips for the Holidays
Best Mom Tip #185: Look Down
After having written a somewhat downer of a Christmas post last week, I thought I'd make up for it with cute pictures of my toddler. SO...This is Baby Jack. He is cute and cuddly and he really likes to help do things like put on his shoes and socks and decorate the Christmas tree. He is … Continue reading Best Mom Tip #185: Look Down
Best Mom Tip #184: Kill Santa
I'm kidding, I don't really think you have to kill Santa-- I just thought it was a funny title. I have an old post called "naked laundry" and you would not believe how many hits that thing still gets. I like to imagine how disappointed some guy is that it's actually just about a frazzled … Continue reading Best Mom Tip #184: Kill Santa
Best Mom Tip #178: Choose your soundtrack
So today is Valentine's Day. Quick, you have a few more hours before it is painfully clear that you've forgotten to acknowledge your significant other. Anyway, Valentine's Day makes me think of romantic comedies and that makes me think of movies and that makes me think about how much more fun my life would be … Continue reading Best Mom Tip #178: Choose your soundtrack