Tag Archives: kids are gross

Lice to meet you!

Posted on May 3, 2013 by The Bearded Iris

They say God never gives us more than we can handle. And I truly believe that. Which is why I am not the least bit surprised that I had 13.5 years of motherhood under my belt before head lice was … Continue reading →

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Family Game Night stinks.

Posted on June 12, 2012 by The Bearded Iris

Family Game Night: love it or hate it? I’m sharing some of our family favorites over In The Powder Room today. Come join in the discussion. And you’ll never believe the new game that Bucket Head keeps trying to get … Continue reading →

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The best laid plans often turn to biohazards. No? Just me?

Posted on February 23, 2012 by The Bearded Iris

Damn. It. To. Hell. I had big plans today! BIG plans to write something serious and heart wrenching and important. And then my friend dropped her 5 year old son off at my house for an early morning play date … Continue reading →

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The Space in Between

Posted on March 31, 2011 by The Bearded Iris

So yeah, I totally agree with you. The way I anal-retentively carve and lovingly salt-water-bathe apple slices for my children every day is borderline insanity at its finest. But lest you think I’m that conscientious about all my mothering tasks, … Continue reading →

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