I was part of a group discussion on a parenting forum, not too long ago. We were all sharing tips and just generally gabbing for the sake of enlightenment. The subject of vehicles came up. I was asked what type of vehicle I drive. I knew that the question was a loaded one, but answered it anyway. Bracing myself for the verbal abuse I would surely receive from all of the eco friendly mamas, I answered, “A 15 passenger van.” Immediately, the rude backlash began. “Why?” “Do you really need that big of a van?” “Don’t you care about the environment?” …read more

Holy homemade handkerchiefs! Mother’s Day is right around the corner! I have been so busy, that it hasn’t really been on the top of my priority list. The time has come to start thinking of ways to make this Sunday special. I need to think of a gift or an act of kindness to show my mother how much she means to me. Unfortunately, I’m bad at this kind of stuff, so I’m relying on all of you. I smell a contest!
Okay, here’s the scoop. I need Mother’s Day ideas…good ones, silly ones, even slightly odd ones will do. Submit your ideas in …read more

…but taking care of your exterior is not a bad idea either! How many of you have looked in the mirror lately to see a less than youthful appearance? I am one of those mommies that often puts off taking care of my skin because it is just not a priority. Your skin should be pampered, whenever possible. It is one of the first things that people notice, (besides that fact that you are trying to pry the economy bag of Skittles out of Junior’s death grip.) Your skin deserves your attention! That is why I am pleased to offer …read more

 
 The following is an article that I had published over at the Crazy Hip Blog Mamas. It is an important lesson for parents and children alike!
 “Mom, I don’t have any friends at school,” my four year old complained on the way to school one morning.
“Well, in order to make friends, you need to be willing to introduce yourself. Tell them your name and ask if they would like to play.”
Without hesitation, he replied, “But Mom, I’m too scared to do that.”
“I know it can be scary, honey, but it is the only way to make a new friend.”
Later that day, …read more

Hey moms!
You should be glad my wife has gotten into this blogging thing. She’s keeping me in the loop on mommy things.
Well, I’ve got some more stuff for you. Looking for other blogs my moms? Check out The Ultimate Mommy Blog List. Guy Kawasaki, an A-list blogger if ever their was one, has assembled a list of more than 50 mom blogs for your reading enjoyment.
Go check it out!

Attention! Attention!
All you Moms out there who are in need of a little support, I invite you to check out MOPS. They explain it quite well on their own:
MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers. MOPS International exists to meet the needs of every mom – urban, suburban and rural moms, stay-at-home and working moms, teen, single and married moms – moms with different lifestyles who all share a similar desire to be the very best moms they can be! MOPS recognizes that the years from infancy through kindergarten are foundational in a mother-child relationship and are filled with unique needs.
Now, …read more