I’m Afraid Puberty Will Ruin Everything
Right now, I’m in awe of my kids, and they’re still in awe of me, too. So what happens when puberty hits?
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Right now, I’m in awe of my kids, and they’re still in awe of me, too. So what happens when puberty hits?
‘Tis the season for cocoa around the fire and snowball fights. Except that last part for us in most of California and other warm-weather-year-round states. While folks in other parts of the country are sharing memes about kids refusing to wear their snow jackets, we consider a cardigan and flip-flops cold weather gear. So, in […]
When I was a little kid, I was so excited each Christmas morning to discover presents under the tree from Santa—it said so right there on the tag! He wasn’t the only one leaving me gifts, for I also got ones from Mrs. Claus, all the reindeer, Frosty the Snowman, and many of their friends. […]
I tried to make it better by reiterating that the spirit of Santa is very real, but the grown-up truth sat in his eyes.
My fam keeps a diverse selection of holiday books on our shelves. Check out our top picks.
I can respectfully celebrate Christmas and still be a “good” Jew.
#6. Bribing your kids with sticky lollipops to make it through the wait is a mistake you will only make once.
Moms are busy this holiday season, but that doesn’t slow down the frequency at which they post on Instagram and Facebook. LOL AS IF. Between updates on their feeds and check-ins to their various parenting groups, they never miss an opportunity to connect! There’s so much to share, ask about, and passive-aggressively comment on throughout December, […]
In my family, the holiday juggle struggle is real. We celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah, but that’s only half the story. Because those two holidays don’t take into account the fact that my husband, me and our two kids live hours away from both my parents and my husband’s parents. The words “Christmas” and “Hanukkah” […]
With just a month away, it’s time to start gearing up for Christmas (if you haven’t already). Aside from the mouthwatering smell of freshly baked treats and the continuous playing of carols on the radio, the one thing that I love the most about this holiday season is the Christmas TV specials that have become a […]
Are you as stressed as I am during the holidays? Here’s some comic relief.