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We've all heard about Murphy's Law (whatever can go wrong, will). And the Law of Averages (everything evens out in the end). And Newton's Third Law of Motion (every action has an equal and opposite reaction).
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Well, The Laws of Working Moms incorporate a little bit of each -- and then some. To wit:
1.) If you have an early meeting, or if the children need to be at school early for a field trip or other event, someone will be up at least twice during the night -- which means you will be, too.
2.) The toddler will sneeze mightily in your face the day before he comes down with a ferocious cold.
3.) Your kids' school or daycare will shut down due to Swine Flu the week after your kids have been out sick with a cold. (Corollary: Your kids will not have the H1N1/Swine Flu virus.) Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (32) | Blog
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Whew, I got a real reality check this evening from one of my blogs but let's not go there no need too. It's part of blogging I guess! I've learned to roll with the punches, and in the end a lesson learned. Life is such a journey it's where you take that journey too that gives it... Read More »
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My preschooler has been having a bit of what I call “Mama Drama” lately, usually right before bed (when she knows I have to log on and work from home once she’s asleep) or when I drop her off at school (when she knows I’m leaving so I can go to the office). It starts with a long sad look, shoulders drooping, glancing sideways to see if I’ve noticed. If I seem not to have, she adds a snuffle and a sniffle, sometimes wiping her (dry) eyes for dramatic effect.
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You know the effect Kryptonite had on Superman? Well, for this SuperMom, Mama Drama does the same thing. It kills me. Read More »
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