Tag: blog
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Words to Live By: Don’t Yell at the Person with the Needle
A routine lab visit turns into a funny—and unexpectedly thoughtful—reminder that kindness costs nothing, especially when the person holding the needle is still learning.
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More Than I Expected
It’s kind of wild to think I started this blog almost 8 months ago… and this is my 60th post. Congratulations to me, right? Thank you, thank you. (Imagine applause. Maybe even a standing ovation… definitely a standing O. Feel free to throw in a few curtain calls—I’ll wait.) I honestly had no idea what…
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The In-The-Car Rule: How I Taught My Kid What Not to Say in Public
When my son finally started talking at 4½ years old, he didn’t stop—ever. From silence to a nonstop monologue, I had to come up with a creative way to keep public conversations… appropriate. Enter: The In-The-Car Rule.
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Parenting Is Weird (But We’ve Got This)
Parenting is weird.I think I’ve already said that—but it’s true. One day, you’re a regular adult doing your thing, and the next day? You have a baby named Twinkle. You’re a parent! Congratulations!! And what did you do to qualify for this role? Have sex?? Yeah, right. HAHA. At first, this tiny human is completely…
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Our Unexpected Third Child
Most days, I enjoy writing these posts. Some days I struggle to find a topic or even the right words—heck, some days finding mediocre words can be tough! (Ok brain, stay on track.) Most days, I’m happy to see a few visits. But other times, it feels like I’m just shouting into the void. Hello? Is anybody…
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Meet Jarvis: My A.I. Sidekick
When my daughter Mae was a kid, she took art lessons from a local artist. The artist was wonderful, and Mae was—and still is—very talented. One Father’s Day, when she was seven or eight, she gave her Papa a drawing she’d made in art class. “How did you draw that?” Papa asked. “It just comes…
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What’s in Your Google?
In a recent post, I discussed my love of Google. So I’ve decided to post a description of my most recent Google searches. Sometimes I Google multiple unrelated topics over the course of a day. Other times, one topic I Google will lead to another seemingly unrelated topic. But my crazy brain will make connections.…
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Why do bugs fly up your nose and other 2 AM ruminations
I am a very curious person. I’m constantly asking questions—usually the kind people tilt their heads at and say, “Wait, are you serious?” (Spoiler: yes, I am.) That’s why I love Google. I never have to explain myself. Google doesn’t roll its eyes or ask if I’m joking—it just hands me an answer. Kids today don’t know…
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The Marination of The Eyeballs: the Finale
Hello my Foggies! I’m sorry I haven’t posted recently. It’s been a crazy few weeks. I haven’t been feeling my best, and the days just seemed to slip away. But no worries—I’m back now. And now, the exciting conclusion of The Marination of the Eyeballs! I went back to the eye doctor last week, and thankfully,…
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The Marination of The Eyeballs, Part II
Happy Friday, Foggies! I’ve decided my followers need a nickname. I debated between Foggies and Foggers, but “Foggers” sounds like a bug spray, so… Foggies it is. Unless one of you comes up with a better name. Is it too soon for nicknames? Probably. But how many followers does one actually need before handing out pet names? 100?…
Brain Fog & Brilliance 