Author Archives: mama one to three

I Am a Guest: Charitable Works and Ballet Flats

Posted on November 26, 2011 by mama one to three

I am very thankful to be a guest at The Mommy Matters this week!  Please come visit the lovely and talented Courtney; she is a great writer, designer and photographer.  And a cool mom.  You’ll adore and admire her as … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday: I Tried to Take a Self Portrait

Posted on November 23, 2011 by mama one to three

I turned 41 this month.  Birthdays really aren’t the same after you have kids.  We all get that.  My husband bought, at the four year old’s insistence, cupcakes for the family.  And so that the four year old could blow … Continue reading →

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My Perfect Family. Tonight.

Posted on November 19, 2011 by mama one to three

I don’t write about my family being perfect very often.  Ever. I am often overwhelmed by my three children.  They whine, cry, scream, throw things, pee on the floor.   In response, I whine, cry, scream, throw things. (It ends … Continue reading →

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I Am a Guest: Plan B Is for Backsies

Posted on November 4, 2011 by mama one to three

This morning I am a guest at Taming Insanity.   I am honored to be there today. My friend, KLZ, is a thoughtful writer, an inspiring blogger and a very funny wife and mommy.  Go see how I committed one … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday: Things I Love (A Lot of Boston)

Posted on November 2, 2011 by mama one to three

Oh Boston.  If you have ever met me in person, you know I bring up the city of Boston constantly and awkwardly in conversation.  “I’m so sorry your dog died. You know which city has a lot of dogs?  Boston.” … Continue reading →

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Things I’ve Done (In 22 Lines)

Posted on October 27, 2011 by mama one to three

Here are the top 22 things I have done.  Either in chronological or order of importance.  You be the judge. I have: 1. Had Botox (could also be called “Turned 40”). 2. Cried with friends. 3. Been really, really, really … Continue reading →

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An Interview with Erin Runnion. Because I Am a Mother Too.

Posted on October 25, 2011 by mama one to three

Erin Runnion’s mission is that not one more child be abused. Her daughter, Samantha, was abducted and murdered. The Joyful Child Foundation in Memory of Samantha Runnion does amazing work with children, law enforcement and communities to keep our kids safe from predators. Continue reading →

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Fear and Writing

Posted on October 18, 2011 by mama one to three

I started reading the link ups as soon as we returned from Boston today.  Waited until the kids were fed.  Then fed chocolate, watching television with daddy, dancing around the living room and demanding band aids be placed on them, … Continue reading →

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Inspiration Looks Like This

Posted on October 10, 2011 by mama one to three

I always had trouble with essays like this.  I could never really grasp the idea of having a “hero,” nor did I feel particularly inspired through school. Having been an uncomfortable child, I had a lot of growing up to … Continue reading →

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A Big Week

Posted on October 10, 2011 by mama one to three

This was a big week here.  The twins started school.  They go to their “playgroup” two days a week, for two hours each.  I–or a caregiver–must be there with them the entire time.  It’s still good.  We woke up Tuesday … Continue reading →

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