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Slippery Slope
My dearest Peanut and Munchkin, I could have killed you. It started that morning. I took you to an event with lots of vendors for kid products and services. One specific vendor drew me there with an opportunity to have … Continue reading
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Tagged boundaries, child abuse, corporal punishment, it takes a village..., language, life lessons, mistakes, parenting styles, patience, prayer, tantrums
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Sometimes you’re the windshield; sometimes you’re the bug.
Dear Munchkin, You’ve had a turn as “the bug” in the last couple days. Saturday night, as I was heating some soup on the stove for your dinner, you came over to give me a kiss. Unfortunately, I happened to … Continue reading
Brush, brush, brush your teeth
Dear Munchkin, Yesterday you went to the dentist for an “emergency” check-up. You’ve been screaming and kicking, pushing me away when I brush your teeth, and your gums have been bleeding. I thought I was being as gentle as possible, … Continue reading