My good friend Brittany recently took our family pictures. Here are a few (actually a lot!) of my favorites. There were so many good ones, it was hard to choose! Thanks again Britt, I LOVE them!
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Things Every Mom Should Know.....
I read this article in Parents magazine called "39 Things Every Mom Should Know". I thought it was super funny so I figured I'd share some of my favorite things.
1. Do your chores while kids are awake. Using up naptime to wash dishes or clean the bathroom is truly soul-crushing.
2. Just throw away the poopy underwear.
3. Teach your kids not to pee outside unless you're camping--you'll be glad you did. But if other people's kids do it, don't judge the parents too harshly--it's all about karma. (If you're in the midst of potty training, all bets are off. You've gotta do what you've gotta do.)
4. Know this: That stain won't come out. And it's okay. (The sooner you accept this, the better.)
5. Try to like what they like. It kind of sucks when it's Bob the Builder, but the payoff will come when they discover Lemony Snicket.
6. I know you are supposed to use natural consequences to punish bad behavior, but sometimes it's hard to think of natural consequences. In these cases try threatening your kids with clipping their toenails or some other activity they dread. I've had great success with this one, but you must find your own.
7. Get used to the word zerrissenheit. It means a state of disjointedness, and it's the new normal for most of us. At least you can feel fancy because it's German.
8. Remember clogging lessons are not in the best interest of the child.
9. Do not allow the word weenies in your home.
10. It's fine to brag about yourself to your kids.
11. Teach them to like cool music. Why suffer through The Wiggles when you could be enjoying Wilco or counting along to Feist?
12. Give out awards for actual achievements.
13. You're never too old to dress up and decorate your house for Halloween. And it's more fun for everyone if you are into it. It also entitles you to more candy.
14. Independence is a wonderful thing. For everyone. So is together time. Make sure you have a healthy dose of both.
AMEN!!
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