"Oh, so you're their stepmom." "So they aren't your real kids..." And my favorite, "But you're not their real mom." I feel such a jolt when I hear these things - a combination of a stab in the heart (and a little in the back), anger, injustice and offense. And I often wonder if these … Continue reading But I am real.
Month: October 2019
Dayton Strong
Prelude: Last year, Rich took a business trip to Columbus, Ohio - out of his usual travel zone - and came home kicking himself for realizing, too late, how close he was to the Air Force Museum in Dayton. For months after, he would mention how he should have spent an extra day or how, … Continue reading Dayton Strong
In my opinion…
The version of me you created in your mind is not my responsibility. Um, hello. Yes. I was halfway to my Cricut and T shirt press with this quote and then realized maybe I should reel it in. Which doesn't mean it won't end up on a t shirt, coming to a pretend store soon. … Continue reading In my opinion…
All Boy: Metatarsal Edition
Things I never thought I'd say: "Zack, please don't do the treadmill with that boot on your foot." Followed by: "And, PLEASE, stop trying to run!" We nearly made it 14 years with all bones in tact. Sadly, Zack's 2nd metatarsal did not survive a run in with a railroad tie on Friday night. Will … Continue reading All Boy: Metatarsal Edition
Participation Awards
Interim report cards came home on Friday and, between two kids, we had success in 13 out of 14 classes. The 14th class? Record breaking in the wrong direction. We've never scene a percentage that low. Like, low enough for the number to be unable to see the lower end of an F no matter … Continue reading Participation Awards