Mar 9, 2007

Ninja Toddler

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Remember how Cordy climbed out of her pack n play at her babysitter's on Tuesday? Well, her stealth ninja tactics continue.Last night I put her in her crib for bed. I remember this clearly. She … [Continue reading...]

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Mar 8, 2007

Four Years

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And he said: "Don't you know I love you oh, so much,and lay my heart at the foot of your dress."And she said: "Don't you know that storybook loves,Always have a happy ending."Then he swooped her up … [Continue reading...]

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Mar 7, 2007

Look Out, We Have A Climber

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While at work yesterday, I received a call from my friend, L, who watches Cordy on Tuesdays. "We have a bit of a situation," she told me.My mind immediately jumped to all of the bad things that could … [Continue reading...]

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Mar 5, 2007

The Value of Community

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Sometimes I wish we lived in simpler times.Now that I'm in the third trimester, I've begun thinking about my upcoming labor and what I'm sure will be a difficult transition when we bring home our new … [Continue reading...]

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Mar 2, 2007

Real Safety or Scare Tactics?

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You've probably heard a lot about the Texas governor signing an executive order, making it required for all girls in Texas to be vaccinated with the HPV vaccine Gardasil before entering sixth grade. … [Continue reading...]

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Feb 28, 2007

Grade Inflation: That’s A Fourth Grade Question?

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Did anyone else watch Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader? last night? I could say pure inertia made me watch it because it was on after American Idol (my guilty pleasure), but I'd be lying. My … [Continue reading...]

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Feb 27, 2007

The Era of Bad Bangs

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Kristen has thrown down the gauntlet, challenging others to come forth with visual proof of their bad bangs. Thankfully, I gave up bangs in favor of layers years ago (at least, I consider them layers … [Continue reading...]

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