Category Archives: Getting Out of the House

Happy Independence Day

Posted on July 5, 2012 by parentwin

We always have great Independence Days over here. It’s just about our best family holiday. I’m not sure if that’s because the girls don’t have high expectations because we don’t talk about it before the event, or if we’ve just … Continue reading →

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Babysitter Blues

Posted on June 27, 2012 by parentwin

My kids used to be clingers. I couldn’t go anywhere. I couldn’t leave them, ever. When my husband and I would go out (about once every three months) we had to have an elaborate ritual, where the babysitter would come … Continue reading →

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Restaurant Hunt

Posted on June 16, 2012 by parentwin

In Florida, we have months that stretch on end where we can’t really do much outside if it doesn’t involve water. So, we’re stuck with inside activities, and the library and mall can get old fast. If you’ve got enough … Continue reading →

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Strangers

Posted on June 6, 2012 by parentwin

What do you do about strangers? My kids have reached the stage where they think it’s hilarious to run away from me in large open spaces, like the beach, for instance, and aside from this being incredibly annoying and irritating, … Continue reading →

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An Open Letter to Parents Checking Out Library DVDs

Posted on February 29, 2012 by parentwin

Dear PCOLDVDs, Is it really necessary to run a chainsaw over the discs before returning them to the library? I mean, I get it. I have two three-year-old girls. Things happen. Sometimes a scratch is inevitable. But even if there … Continue reading →

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What I Learned from the Pediatric Dentist

Posted on January 18, 2012 by parentwin

The visit went well. I learned they’ll need braces at age 12, but what kid doesn’t these days? Here are some things I found out that may be of help to someone out there: 1) Yes, you’re supposed to teach … Continue reading →

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Blood Drive at a Preschool?

Posted on December 24, 2011 by parentwin

Yesterday, I dragged my crew to the preschool where we take a few extra-curricular classes. It was going to be our last day, the school stating it was open until December 23rd. What they failed to mention was that the … Continue reading →

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The Twin Fight, or Why I’m Hated on the Playground

Posted on December 9, 2011 by parentwin

This might place me firmly in the bad parent category, I’m not sure. I know that some mothers laugh with me, and some laugh at me (when they’re not busy throwing daggers my way.) What could be so polarizing, you … Continue reading →

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Lose your Embarrassment Meter

Posted on October 1, 2011 by parentwin

You almost can’t be a parent to toddlers if you are easily embarrassed, humiliated or sensitive. They will see you. They will see your weakness. You will perish. Okay, maybe not, but it will feel as if you’re going through … Continue reading →

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The Day Between Sickness and Wellness

Posted on July 28, 2011 by parentwin

We’ve been sick here. Very sick. Having lived in a germ-free bubble for the most of the last year means that one of the twins invariably picks up a virus or two whenever we come into contact with the outside … Continue reading →

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