Category Archives: Family

When Father’s Day Isn’t About Buying a Card

Posted on June 12, 2013 by

This article by Charlie Capen about his dad and his own experience with leaning into fatherhood made me cry. Go ahead and read it. I’ll wait… I believe one of the most important things we can do as parents is to … Continue reading →

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What to Expect at the Sprinkler Park

Posted on June 7, 2013 by

Last night when I dragged myself into the bathroom and began undressing for a shower, I found a purple latex balloon stuck to my nipple. I didn’t think the night would end that way. In fact, balloons weren’t even a … Continue reading →

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The Most Uncomfortable Dinner Conversation in the History of the World

Posted on May 16, 2013 by

What’s the most embarrassing thing you’ve ever said in front of your parents? For me, one conversation comes to mind. Despite the fact that I’ve tried to burn it from my memory for many years now. You see, my parents … Continue reading →

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Why Our Kids Love Us

Posted on May 12, 2013 by

Kids don’t care. They don’t care that your hair is going grey, or that your blonde glistens brighter than the sun. They don’t care that their toys are bought from a thrift store, or cost more than a month’s rent. … Continue reading →

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Things I Stop Myself from Saying

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

I believe the only reason my “Things I Said” series has been popular here is because every single one of us says truly insane things to our kids on a regular basis. Just imagine if we said what we were really thinking. … Continue reading →

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