Monthly Archives: December 2009

Talking ’bout my girl

Posted on December 30, 2009 by Well Prepared Mommy

Two years ago today, I met someone who would become one of my favorite people. She didn’t speak to me at first. In fact, she cried at the sight of me. I shed a tear or two as well. But … Continue reading →

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My new gadget

Posted on December 29, 2009 by Well Prepared Mommy

I got a handy new gadget on Christmas. One of the first gifts handed my way was labeled, “To: Well-Prepared Mommy.” It was clearly in response to the “Not so fast, Santa” piece I wrote. It turned out to be … Continue reading →

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You better watch out…

Posted on December 21, 2009 by Well Prepared Mommy

On the way to school this morning, my 4-year-old asked if Santa would come back and take your toys away if you’re bad after Christmas. That kid is always thinking. I took a moment before responding and then answered this … Continue reading →

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It’s in the cards

Posted on December 15, 2009 by Well Prepared Mommy

When you have kids, card giving can get a bit more complicated. When it was just you and your sweetie, card buying at Christmas probably went something like this. You’d buy a card for your sweetie, one for his parents, … Continue reading →

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A couple more “to dos” before Christmas morning

Posted on December 12, 2009 by Well Prepared Mommy

As if your list of things to do before Christmas morning probably isn’t long enough, here are a couple of additions. First, get a tool kit – even just a basic one. Why? That brings us to the second “to … Continue reading →

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No secrets here

Posted on December 6, 2009 by Well Prepared Mommy

Little people don’t keep secrets very well. Try taking a child Christmas shopping, and see if they’re able to keep quiet about what you buy or don’t buy. My husband and I learned a couple years ago that our son … Continue reading →

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Special delivery

Posted on December 3, 2009 by Well Prepared Mommy

We got our first Christmas card earlier this week from some dear friends. They have two children the same age as ours, and the kids all adore each other. So there’s no wonder that my kids were arguing over the … Continue reading →

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