The Wild Rumpus

Parenting and family, served with a shot of vodka

Why vitamins are ruining my life

Over the past few years, it’s become habit for my tots to munch their Flintstones vitamin before we go up to prep for bed. It’s a routine I’m about to … Continue reading

September 9, 2016 · Leave a comment

Sweet dreams are made of this…

My son, the Superhero, 6, often talks in his sleep. He laughs, he yells, he mumbles things I can’t understand — all of which I can hear when I’m getting … Continue reading

August 19, 2015 · 1 Comment

It Was a Good Day: The Parent Version

More than 20 years ago, Ice Cube released “It Was a Good Day,” a classic hip-hop song recounting the rapper’s idea of a flawless day. His dream day included watching … Continue reading

March 4, 2015 · 15 Comments

The Real Housewives Ain’t Got Nothin’ on This!

After I wrapped up writing reality TV recaps for two different websites a few years ago, I took a break from watching my beloved Real Housewives shows. It was one … Continue reading

February 4, 2015 · 4 Comments

It All Comes to a Screeching Halt

Hello, blogosphere! I haven’t been here in a while, and I’ve missed it. The holiday vortex of shopping and volunteering and early work deadlines sucked me right in, tossing me … Continue reading

December 22, 2014 · Leave a comment

Friday Night Lights

Peace and joy. Have a great weekend, everyone.

December 12, 2014 · Leave a comment

My Son Fell in Love With a 40-Year-Old Book

Reading is always part of our bedtime routine with our munchkins. Each night, my son and daughter choose one book each. Then they argue over whose book is to be … Continue reading

November 25, 2014 · Leave a comment

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