Let’s just put this on the table. We’ve all done stupid things. We’ve all done many, many stupid things. The other day I did something dumb. It all turned out hunky dory, but the fact that I’m still thinking about it tells me how very “not smart” it was. I’d been out with friends. We’d… [Read More]
The Jekyll and Hyde of children
I’m leaving for a trip tomorrow. Four whole glorious days to focus on me. It feels a bit selfish, but it’s not. I need it. I need time with friends, time to focus on my career, skills and networking. I even need some time alone. My kids know I’m leaving. At four and six, we are… [Read More]
Warren G vs Kenny G (or how I reclaimed my mojo)
I’ve been feeling a little meh lately. Not down and out, not depressed or anything, just meh. Life has been pretty good really, but I’ve had no oomph, no creativity. I sit down to write and I have nothing to say. I try to brainstorm new concepts for my client and I just stare at the… [Read More]
Reality bites and other words of wisdom
Dudes. Seriously? I just got back from an AH-mazing weekend. We’re talking wine, good food, coffee, cuddlling, cold weather and a little adventure. It was BEYOND needed. We got home late Sunday afternoon. The kiddos rushed into our arms and we had a big ol’ family snuggle fest. Again, totally amazing. Then Monday happened. What the… [Read More]
Chaos ensues
All the balls are in the air, whirling around my head at break neck speeds. I can’t catch my breath, let alone one single ball. That one single ball could be my relief. If I could just catch one ball, I might be able to relax, to let my shoulders and neck sink back into… [Read More]
Sometimes parenting leaves you speechless
It was a banner evening here in the Lane household. Dinner was a thrown together mash of leftovers. The kids ate at the table while watching Donald Duck cartoons on YouTube, while the husband and I reheated up bread and fish and rehashed the details of our day. My recap of the day included a… [Read More]
Gym shower etiquette goes down the drain
Today I had a pretty traumatizing experience. You see, as I left my Zumba class, all nasty and sweaty, I knew that I needed a shower. But my forgetful self had left my towel at my house so figured I’d just go home and see what I could manage with the kids. Luckily (or not,… [Read More]
Is Honey Boo Boo really a good idea?
The other night, I overheard my husband call my 16 month old daughter “honey boo boo”. I immediately looked up and said, “Dude, really? Why are you calling her that?” He had no idea it was a “thing”. So I prompty went to YouTube and found a clip of sweet Honey Boo Boo. He was… [Read More]
Top signs your vacation is over
Other titles include: Back to Reality, When Reality Slaps You in the Face and How You Know Your Life is Not a Vacation. We had a lovely time in New Hampshire…really magical. And I will tell you all about it later this week when I get all caught up on my rest. I am literally… [Read More]
Kids Meals Get a Little Under My Skin
So I’ve had this stewing around in my brain since Thanksgiving week and I’m just going to go ahead and get it out. KIDS MEALS DRIVE ME CRAZY! Yeah, yeah, yeah I get it. Some kids are insanely picky but seriously, why are their only options chicken nuggets, mac and cheese or grilled cheese most… [Read More]
