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Diary of a Playground Dropout: Hello?
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Friday, December 21, 2007. Has it really been almost a month since my last post? Have I given up? Am I really that lazy when it comes to keeping up with the tool that has helped me stay sane these past 6 months! Apparently yes. And if you're reading this right now, I owe you the biggest hug. Thank you for continuing to check up on me. This month has been crazy. As I'm sure it has been for all of you. If you've got some gems hidden in your recipe box - and are willing to share - I would be in your debt!
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Diary of a Playground Dropout: November 2007
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Thursday, November 29, 2007. Why I might be a terrible person, reason #2. Family is a tad different from the original Brady Bunch. I'll state the obvious: we have more than one bathroom, we don't actually have a live-in housekeeper, my step-kids don't call me Mom, and Mr.Brady isn't an architect. But what really seperates us from TV's fantasy family are the dynamics between the kids. In the original series, Jan is second to Marica. Marcia Marcia Marcia. How sad is that. How did I get you in trouble?
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Diary of a Playground Dropout: July 2007
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Sunday, July 29, 2007. You're too hot for us! The title isn't what you think. Although my boyfriend's little 5 year old informed me tonight that I am "too hot for us", it wasn't about my irresistible charm and good looks. No. It was in reference to my chili. Apparently children prefer the super mono-saturated flavors of cheese, cream and/or potatoes. They do not enjoy the following spices. So, while Mr.Brady and I enjoy my home-made chili, the children will be eating a nice bowl of 4 cheese raviolli.
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Diary of a Playground Dropout: May 2008
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Thursday, May 1, 2008. It's been forever. I know, I know! Life is terrific, and I'm in a very positive state of mind. Must be the weather! It's getting sunny in Seattle ;). Now for some news.I've decided to close this blog and start a new one. I'm aiming for a more general blog. I will certainly be continuing to post about step-mama topics, but I wanted a place that I could use my real name. If you'd like to join me at my new blog, let me know, and I'll send you the URL :). Subscribe to: Posts (Atom).
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Diary of a Playground Dropout: October 2007
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Monday, October 29, 2007. This was originally a long winded post, but it gave me a headache when I re-read it. Since I love you all so much, and don't want to torture you with my venting, I'm going to give you the nutshell version of my weekend. The kids are thrilled. Their mother has bought a $600 dog from a Montana breeder, and it arrives at 2pm. Two weeks ago she was complaining about not having enough money to buy food. Um.ok. Mrs Brady is devastated. Kids are sad. A week ago she could barely afford ...
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Diary of a Playground Dropout: August 2007
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Wednesday, August 29, 2007. THERE'S NO CRYING IN BASEBALL! We (Mr.Brady and I) were off to a good start. Sure, sometimes caring for the little one is like. Setting my hair is on fire and trying to put it out with a hammer. Everyday his life is changing. There really is no room for routine – everybody is still settling into this new life. We’ve passed the point of dipping in our toes, but we’re still cradling our arms, cringing as the cold water creeps up our bellies. He rolled his eyes. My point is…...
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Diary of a Playground Dropout: Meme for moi
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Friday, January 18, 2008. I have no excuse for my behavior. I am sorry. I am turning out to be a horrible blogger. And I honestly don't think it's because I don't have anything interesting to say. I do. Really! Tagged me to do a meme post. Link to the person that tagged you. Post the rules on your blog. Share six non-important things/habits/quirks about yourself. Tag at least three. At the end of your post and link to their blogs. Let the fun begin! Erin @ The Erin Experiment. K @ The Not-So-Evil Stepmom.
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Diary of a Playground Dropout: Bedtime
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Thursday, January 31, 2008. I'm curious what the average bedtime is for children of the ages 6, 11 and 13. What time do your kids go to sleep? My husband and I are strong enforcers of the 8:15 for our six-year old; 8:30 for the 11-year-old. February 1, 2008 at 3:31 AM. During the week, our 9 year-old goes to bed at 8pm, TV off at 8:30. He gets an extra 30 minutes on the weekends. When he was 6, he was in bed, lights out by 7:30. February 1, 2008 at 5:03 AM. February 1, 2008 at 3:11 PM. 8 PM on weeknights...
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Diary of a Playground Dropout: December 2007
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Friday, December 21, 2007. Has it really been almost a month since my last post? Have I given up? Am I really that lazy when it comes to keeping up with the tool that has helped me stay sane these past 6 months! Apparently yes. And if you're reading this right now, I owe you the biggest hug. Thank you for continuing to check up on me. This month has been crazy. As I'm sure it has been for all of you. If you've got some gems hidden in your recipe box - and are willing to share - I would be in your debt!
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Diary of a Playground Dropout: Why I might be a terrible person, reason #2
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Thursday, November 29, 2007. Why I might be a terrible person, reason #2. Family is a tad different from the original Brady Bunch. I'll state the obvious: we have more than one bathroom, we don't actually have a live-in housekeeper, my step-kids don't call me Mom, and Mr.Brady isn't an architect. But what really seperates us from TV's fantasy family are the dynamics between the kids. In the original series, Jan is second to Marica. Marcia Marcia Marcia. How sad is that. How did I get you in trouble?