Rock-a-bye Baby A lullaby where a baby in a cradle, high in a tree, is rocked by the wind until the bough breaks, dropping it down. Rock-a-bye Baby. Yeah, nothing screams “good parenting” like sticking your kid in a cradle up in a tree. Who even thinks of that? Put the baby in a crib, put it on the floor,…
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Your Mom’s Advice Dating or constipation?
“I know it’s hard.” “Take your time, don’t force it.” “It will work itself out.” “This will stretch you.” “Don’t be pushy.” “It’ll happen when you least expect it.” “Trust your gut.” “Road trip? I don’t think that’s a good idea.” “Stress makes it worse.” “You think it’s bad now? Wait until you get older.” “You’re too tense—just relax and…
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Birthing a Conga Line Twenty babies, one womb, and a whole lot of mayhem
If you’ve ever tuned in to The Learning Channel, you’ve undoubtedly come across America’s favorite competitive fertility families: “Quints by Surprise” “Sweet Home Sextuplets” “OutDaughtered” “19 Kids and Counting” These families made household chaos a spectator sport. With each passing season, viewers watched in slack-jawed amazement as coordinated diaper changes, meal prep for nine, and synchronized tantrums became normal. But…
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Reelin’ in the Years – Part Two How I remember my family tree
“Time is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.” — Andy Rooney Preserving the past is like herding cats in a wind tunnel—chaotic, noble, and almost always covered in dust. But when I stumbled over a box in the attic labeled “Old Stuff – Maybe Important?”, I didn’t find junk.…
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Aggressive Baby Naming a Trend That's Alarming Experts
Ah, naming your children after weapons—because why settle for Jacob or Emily when you can opt for weapons of mass destruction? It’s a phenomenal trend, really, ensuring that your child carries with them an unforgettable legacy of intimidation wherever they go. Let’s walk through a few real-life scenarios to truly appreciate the genius of this life-altering decision. Picture this: little…
