For years, I refused to eat beans on principle. Turns out the beans were never really the problem. Sorry, Mom. This one took a while.
Tag: children
The Long Way Home
Somewhere along the way, I stopped taking the long way home. I think I miss wandering more than I realized.
My Son Has More Confidence Than I Ever Will
I reread emails five times wondering if I sound weird. Meanwhile this tiny man walks into rooms like he pays the mortgage, stares me down, refuses every request, and genuinely believes cruise ships belong to him.
The Myth of Soon
I keep telling myself things will slow down soon. I'm starting to think this IS the slow part.
Paradise, Interrupted
I thought I had reached peak vacation. Ten minutes later, I was on my hands and knees in a resort bathroom reconsidering my life choices. This is that story.
The Man, the Myth, the Laundry…
Today I woke up and decided I was going to be an adult...
Parenting: Now With Bonus Parent-Like Behaviours
My parents always warned me I’d “understand when I’m older.” Turns out “older” meant “the minute my toddler turned three."
Writing Like a Parent, Parenting Like a Writer
Writing and parenting have more in common than I ever expected—both messy, uncertain, and full of moments where all you can do is show up and try your best.
Dear Me (but shorter, younger, with more scabs, and a love of cheese)
A letter to the kid I used to be—and still carry with me.
My Son Pooped in the Tub!
A simple bath turned into an unforgettable parenting moment...
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