[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] I have compiled a list of the ways I coped with sleep deprivation. Missing from the list (but still deserving of an honorable mention) are crying for no reason, eating chocolate, and talking to myself. I hope these will help you cope as well. 1) Bargaining […]
Author: Mandy Waysman
List of People Who are Owed My Revenge
[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] Dear Diary, Me again. Was just thinking: I lost that list of people that I was going to get revenge on, so I guess I’ll start over. It was getting too long anyway. Person #1: Big Brother Jeremy (seems to be a fair place to start- […]
10 Tips for Surviving the Year-End Field Trip
The time is upon us. We have survived another year (pardon me if that seems presumptuous, but if you are reading this I am going to make assumptions about your vital signs.) As a reward for the hard work you have done all year in getting your child to school, […]
5 Inventions That Make Indecisive People Crazy(er)
[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] I am a somewhat of an indecisive person. Well, I think I am. I’m pretty sure. Um, yes. Yes, I am. If I am trying to put it in a good light, I say I’m very laid back or I’m flexible. The truth is, though, that […]
9 Steps to Winning an Argument with a 3-Year-Old
Step 1: Look in the mirror Take a look at that poor sap in the mirror. Are there blood shot eyes? Make-up out of place? If so, do a quick fix-up. Three year olds are vicious and they will go for any perceived weakness to change the subject: “You […]
Shower Dance Parties: These are My Jam
[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] Let me tell you about two things I like. They (in no particular order) are my daughters and shower dance parties. A good starting point seems to be to tell you the reasons that I enjoy my daughters. They are funny, they have sweet smiles, and […]
Kids: God’s Answer to Talkie DJs Who Won’t Play Music
[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] I am going to take a minute out of my busy, busy day to help you consider this whole procreating issue. You are welcome. I am only doing my duty as a contributing member of society. I hope you would do the same for me. I […]
That Time I Feared My Child Was Racist
[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] The other day, we were riding home from my daughter’s little dance class (3-4 year olds) when she said something that sounded racisty: “Mama, the little black girl wasn’t at class.” Feeling somewhat panicked, I said, “What!?” We have all heard that saying — “children are color […]