Tag Archives: children
I almost didn’t write to you because I couldn’t decide what to say.
I have trouble making decisions. It used to be about big things: jobs, where to live, or who to date. Now that I’m married and have kids, and I stay at home with them all day, it’s gotten to the … Continue reading
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I’d rather cut out my tongue than share my babysitter.
I like my friend, but I love my babysitter. My friend asked for my babysitter’s phone number. Do I have to give it to her? I don’t want to deprive the sitter of money or jobs, but I’m afraid she … Continue reading
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Homeschooling seems more and more attractive with each passing day.
I’m a teacher, and I also have young children who are about to start school. I occasionally tutor other teachers to help them pass their state exams for certification. Some of these people scare the crap out of me, especially … Continue reading
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I’m lazy and my husband is very, very busy.
My husband plays with our son for hours on the beach. He plays with him so much that my son does not want to play with me (I have NO problems with this). I read and watch them play. Both … Continue reading
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Babies? Eh.
I’ve always assumed that I would have kids. As I get closer to that reality I realize I am secretly worried I’m going to wreck them or, worse, hate them and be stuck with them forever. That doesn’t seem maternal, … Continue reading
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My daughter wants more money.
Our daughter is graduating this June and will be off to college in the Fall. My husband and I with our daughter are trying to set up a budget for her. Food, room, tuition and all clothes are being provided. … Continue reading
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I work really hard and my spouse is at home watching Oprah and eating bon bons all day.
I work full-time and my husband is a stay-at-home dad. When I come home at the end of the day, the house is a mess, the kids are fighting, the TV is always on, and he’s in the worst mood. … Continue reading
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Grandma and grandpa might kill me and my kid. Figuratively and literally.
I have the best husband in the world but his (divorced) parents literally make me want to scratch my face off. His mother is generous and kind but so high strung and totally overbearing with my son. She thinks she … Continue reading
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