The Wild Rumpus

Parenting and family, served with a shot of vodka

Tantrums: A Haiku

Blood-curdling screaming, A product of being two, Takes years off my life

October 10, 2014 · Leave a comment

I Almost Had a Heart Attack Today

My kindergarten superhero told me to come look at something in his room today. Normally, when I receive such a request, I can expect to find something like a huge … Continue reading

October 9, 2014 · Leave a comment

Denied at the Grocery Store

It was a pretty great morning, as far as Mondays go. My daughter and I were grocery shopping, which has become much less painful now that she’s 2.5. She gets … Continue reading

October 7, 2014 · 1 Comment

Lalaloopsy’s “Diaper Surprise” Toy: Grossssss

My smallest fry has been a little under the weather the past few days, so we watched a little extra TV. After her favorite show, Peppa Pig, we saw a … Continue reading

October 6, 2014 · 4 Comments

Screw Pinterest, I’d Rather Have a Dance Party

Most days, I’d like to think I’m a decent parent. My kids are clean and fed, have a reasonable amount of manners for their ages, and we get out and … Continue reading

October 4, 2014 · 2 Comments

My Daughter is a Tomato Thief

About a month ago, my five-year-old son started kindergarten. It was a gut-wrenching first week, more so for me than him. But once I got done crying over how my … Continue reading

October 1, 2014 · 4 Comments

Annabelle? Hell No. Dora? Bienvenidos!

If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably soiled yourself after being assaulted by previews for the upcoming horror flick, “Annabelle.” Haunted dolls? Aw, hell to the no. Plus, the particular … Continue reading

September 23, 2014 · Leave a comment

Field Trip Jitters

About two and a half weeks ago, my son started kindergarten. Other than being really tired and ready to eat 14 pounds of snacks after long school days, he’s adjusting … Continue reading

September 19, 2014 · 2 Comments

Why I Love Pete the Cat

One of the best things about having young kids has been discovering the book character, Pete the Cat. He’s a laid-back, black feline who likes to surf, uses the word … Continue reading

September 15, 2014 · 8 Comments

What Kids Say Vs. What They Mean

My children are five and two years old, and have no problems speaking their minds. These two are precious, smart and awesome tots, I promise. But I’ve come to discover … Continue reading

September 13, 2014 · 2 Comments

Toys That Need Batteries Replaced: A Haiku

Damn, Cookie Monster. Your random yelling just scared the shit out of me.

September 12, 2014 · 1 Comment

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