Category Archives: save me from myself

My Days Roll By Like So Many Mint Oreos

Posted on June 12, 2007 by The Daring One

And I ask myself, “Where did they all go?”

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We’ve Taught Her Well, Just Not By Example

Posted on June 7, 2007 by The Daring One

I got off the phone with my friend today when Laylee put her hand on my shoulder and said seriously, “Mom. I have one thing. When you were on the phone I heard you say a little bit of ‘craps’ … Continue reading →

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My Body Myself

Posted on June 5, 2007 by The Daring One

Last night I asked Dan to get my wrist brace from downstairs so I could put on my last piece of my Darth Vader evening wear and go to sleep. He said, “Dork Vader?” Pretty much. I’ve got my zit … Continue reading →

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At Some Point Everyone Needs to Come Clean

Posted on May 31, 2007 by The Daring One

There is really never a good time to clean the dining room floor or change my clothes or shower. There’s always another meal-tastrophy on the way, another boogie to be wiped on my shirt or another workout to be done. … Continue reading →

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Just Take a Plate of Cookies

Posted on May 8, 2007 by The Daring One

Note to self: When meeting the new people next door, say something innocuous like, “Welcome” or “Cute kid you got there.” Do not compliment them in detail on their bold new kitchen décor… in their kitchen you cannot see from … Continue reading →

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911 — If You Dial It, They Will Come

Posted on August 13, 2006 by The Daring One

This post originally appeared on The Parenting Post on August 13, 2006. I offer this wisdom up to ye of the Internet as a warning and a safeguard against wasted tax dollars and, even more importantly, total personal humiliation. If … Continue reading →

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