Monthly Archives: November 2012

How to Be an Amazing Nursemaid

Posted on November 21, 2012 by parentwin

So, I’ll come out and admit it, I am a crappy, crappy nurse. I’m just about as caring and sympathetic as a foot, though I try my darn hardest. Ask my husband. It’s one of my (few, I’m sure…haha) weaknesses. … Continue reading →

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Recipe Monday – Peanut Dip

Posted on November 20, 2012 by parentwin

Okay, so this was a pinterest fail, but it tasted so good, I’m reclaiming it. My suggestion is to not bother making it into any kind of bar thing. Melt the whole shebang, and throw it in a bowl. Use … Continue reading →

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Preschool Pointers – 14: Get to the Bottom of It

Posted on November 18, 2012 by parentwin

Problem: You know, you never thought you’d have a child who lashed out physically as a way to combat overwhelming emotion and four-year-old strife, but here you are, at the school again, because your little one apparently has a healthy … Continue reading →

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Why Shit Never Gets Done

Posted on November 17, 2012 by parentwin

Look, being a grown up is really hard, okay? Especially when you fake the most important bits. I don’t understand my tax forms, I can’t / don’t balance a check book, I let my documents expire, and I lose everything. … Continue reading →

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The End of the Spammers?

Posted on November 16, 2012 by parentwin

I’ve posted before about the hilarious spam messages I receive on this blog. Gems like: “I think this is one of the such a lot important information for me.And i’m satisfied reading your article. However wanna remark on few general … Continue reading →

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Guest Post – An Ode to Scooby Doo

Posted on November 14, 2012 by parentwin

Today I have an avid Scooby Doo fan explaining to me why the show is great. (Which works out well, since I was never really into it, myself.)   Scooby Doo has always been a greatly popular cartoon and is … Continue reading →

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Recipe Monday – Beer Battered Flounder Bites

Posted on November 13, 2012 by parentwin

These are great if you’re in the mood for fried food.   RECIPE:

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Preschool Pointers – 13: Don’t Give Up

Posted on November 11, 2012 by parentwin

Problem: It’s been three months since you’ve seen your child. You don’t know who this monster is who has replaced him, but he sucks. He won’t listen, he won’t talk, he won’t reason. All he does is demand things, then … Continue reading →

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The Other Side, Parents vs. Nannies

Posted on November 7, 2012 by parentwin

A great friend of mine is a nanny. Strong and sure, she sometimes gets some flack from the parenting community. Posts like this kind of point toward why. But, you’ll see, it’s all mostly misunderstanding. So, on behalf of parents…here’s the other … Continue reading →

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Recipe Monday – Tangy Wings

Posted on November 5, 2012 by parentwin

If you want to make wings, but you don’t want the mess of hot sauce, this alternative is amazing! I’m going to make them a lot more often. Great for parties! I mixed the ingredients in a bag, then tossed … Continue reading →

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