Tag Archives: Parenting

Stuff Our Moms Said

We should probably stick with our standard story “Sorry Mom.  I didn’t hear you”.  If we admit to remembering ANY of these other things our moms said, that confession pretty much kills our alibis.  But just between you and me … Continue reading

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What Do You Want From Life?

That’s what the San Francisco based band “The Tubes” asked us in 1975.  In their song “What Do You Want From Life?”, The Tubes lead singer Fee Waybill proclaimed that “If you’re an American citizen, you are entitled to a … Continue reading

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Hell Freezes Over

I cannot count the number of times I heard the words “When Hell freezes over” during my teenage years.  The words were usually uttered in response to one of my seemingly reasonable requests.  “Mom, I know I banged up your … Continue reading

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What Season Are We In Anyway?

Welcome to “Mayprilaryjucember” – the 13th month on the gardener’s calendar. The tender green shoots appear from under their winter cover, beckoning to us. They lure us; calling us into the still sleeping gardens. We put on our coats. No. … Continue reading

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