Category Archives: MommaMani

The Beauty of Doing Nothing

I had a mommy-friend call me up the other week, asking for advice about how to deal with her son’s behavior. “Jake” (as I will call him) is friends with both of my boys. He is a sweet and considerate … Continue reading

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The Mother of Sons: Having Boys Doesn’t Mean No Worries

When I found out I was pregnant with my younger son, I remember being told by quite a few people how lucky I was to have two sons, “Because boys are easier to raise than girls.” I was reminded that … Continue reading

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Dining Out with My Kids? Better Bring the Meds.

The other day, I was perusing my favorite news sites and came across the story of a restaurant that gave a family a $4 discount on their meal for having “Well Behaved Kids.” Predictably, the comments section was filled with … Continue reading

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A Boy, His Mohawk and a Lesson on Being Different

Ever since I first let my husband take Older Boy to get his haircut without my supervision, my darling husband has been encouraging Older Boy to get a Mohawk. The vision of my firstborn sporting a Mohawk was not one … Continue reading

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Consumerism, Our Kids and the Damage We Do

My kids had been hard at work compiling their Christmas lists. Older Boy, who is 5, had a long list this year, with items ranging from Skylanders Giants to a Rip Rider. Younger Boy, who is 3, had only one … Continue reading

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The Doctor is In! Please Welcome…

We hope you had a wonderful Christmas!  (There’s that ‘we’ again…) It’s been a crazy few days here – it always is this time of year – and I don’t know about you, but I am seriously ready for some … Continue reading

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Big News for the New Year!

I’m just giddy about some news I have to share with you guys today! We’re expecting! But not a baby   New blood, fresh faces… Just over three years ago, I started this little ol’ blog as just a place … Continue reading

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