Author: Aimee

Shhh! I’m a Secret!

I could not have been more surprised today when the 2008 Bloggie finalists were announced and I was actually among them. And really, really honored. And screaming. Don't forget the screaming.And then I looked at the others in my category and realized I am never…

Vindication!

So, wanna hear the latest in my "pumpin' gas" teacher dilemma?First, thanks so much for all your input. In the end, Bryan and I decided to go to the lead teacher. Mainly because Miss X was a fairly new teacher, and to be honest, I…

Paint Drips and Appleballz

Declan and I spent the afternoon yesterday painting.Can you tell which one is his and which one is mine?I'll give you a hint, his has his name on it and is way better than mine.He told me the other day he wanted to be an…

Yo, Julie! Surprise!!!

Mayberry Mom and Motherhood Uncensored have cooked up an online baby shower for the Mothergoosemouse herself! (P.S. Come one, come all, and join in!) We're supposed to write a post, offering advice about raising boys - since the two adorable moppets Julie currently has are…

I thought I left this crap back in high school.

Yesterday morning, Declan skipped over to me chipper as you please and said, "Mama! I learned a new song at afterschool care yesterday!" I was thrilled! New songs = good! "Let's hear it!," I exclaimed!That's alright! That's OK! You're gonna pump our gas someday!I kept…

Crosses and Flags for Profit

My good friend Tree wrote a great post yesterday, primarily about living in a "southern" state. But towards the end, she hit upon a topic that makes me (insert Southern accent) madder'n shit: using religion to push your business.I make no bones about the fact…