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I started this site because I want to share my funny stories and the lessons I’ve learned so far on this journey, and also because I want to use the site to earn some extra income. That being said, below is my official disclosure policy.. This policy is valid...

Visiting Grandpa

Caregivers are heroes. I just spent several days with my grandfather and his wife. Her name’s Anne. She’s my grandmother by marriage, so I’ve always called her by her first name. No disrespect has ever been intended…it’s just that I...

Hot Stuff

One of my highest aspirations in life is to make people smile. Guess I’m actually making progress on that goal. I just found out I’m nominated for the Hot Stuff award over at GNM Parents. Who woulda thunk it? I’m honored! Thanks to whoever put my...

Singing the Jeopardy Theme Song

Humorous parenting helps me keep my sanity. With the passing of Merv Griffin, I was reminded of a cute story from a few months ago.  The boys were dawdling over every task….schoolwork….meals…..chores, and I was having difficulty maintaining my cool...