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in April 2016

When Pink Leaves You Feeling Blue

  Every few days, my six-year-old asks a list of questions about my preferences. They roll off her tongue with practiced ease: “Mama, what’s your favourite number? What’s your favourite animal? What’s your favourite colour?” If I reply “Pink” to the last question, she wrinkles her nose in horror, “Pink? But that’s for babies.” Yup, the six-year-old is ...

11 Perfectly Reasonable Responses to Sibling Spats

  The half hour before school lets out is designated “me” time. I get my cup of coffee, lose myself in a book, put my feet up, take deep breaths. I gather all the mommy ammo I can get. I know what’s coming. (Cue: X-Files like musical score) They’re out there. Aaaand… They burst through the door, a jumble of ...
MEET SUSAN

I love words. But you probably figured that out by now, considering this website essentially collates my words on the web. Read More…