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Diary of a Sexually Maturing Leopard Gecko

If you follow my blog on Facebook, you have probably already heard about my family’s Leopard Gecko, “Batman,” and his recent sexual health scare. Like any family medical emergency, it was a very harrowing few days of worry, investigation, decision-making, … Continue reading

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Something even better than cat shit!

When my friend Nora said “call [Iris] a mommy-blogger and get your ass kicked,” she was just kidding. Or maybe it was a typo and she meant to say “get your ass kissed.” Just thought I’d put that out there, … Continue reading

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Ambush Wisdom

Sometimes surprises are good. Like finding a dollar on the street or running into a long lost friend. Sometimes surprises are bad. Like having a dead battery when you’re running late for carpool, or opening a package of raw chicken … Continue reading

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DIY Feminine Hygiene Tips

Let’s just call a spade a spade, shall we? I’m a hairy woman. And it’s gotten worse over the years. Having a vajillion kids really messes with the hormones. But it’s Tuesday, and you know I’m a giver. Today my … Continue reading

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