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My Messy Paradise
http://www.mymessyparadise.com
I'm a coffee-addicted, disorganized SAHM to 2 girls, envious of moms who make it look effortless, lover of iPhones, pop culture and bad TV. Welcome to my day...
Recent Posts
‘W’ is for Wimp
Men are wimps when they are sick. Maybe not all men. But I know one…Any guesses? It never fails. When I get a cold or a bug, I’m looked at critically, as if I’m faking. I’m not quite sure he believes me when I’m sick, un...
The Joy of Giving. Not Really.
Since I can remember, I’ve been a Christmas list maker. My parents always had me write out a detailed list for ‘Santa.’ “No, he doesn’t know exactly what you want…he has so many other little boys and girls to make...
I love ugly ornaments
I grew up having a perfect Christmas tree. From beautiful ornaments, to perfectly placed ribbons, to perfect lights. It never looked like a kids’ tree, unless you ventured around the back and saw some of the ornaments I made as a kid hidden the...
Payback is a bitch…and gross…and awesome
Bed time in my house is my most focused hour of the day. I go through the same motions every night, follow the same routine, and usually get the girls to bed without incident. When I bring the girls upstairs, I am all business. The girls get it. Whe...
I was old enough to date Santa, nevermind believe in him!
I was thinking about Santa the other day. I can remember the exact day that I found out he didn’t exist. I was in 1st grade, and my classmate Charles told me that Santa was really my Mom and Dad. WTF? I was so surprised – I had absolutel...
Wordless Wednesday: They actually tasted great!
Joe is a good cook, but has never really tried his skills at baking. Until Thanksgiving. Would you eat this? What do you think it is? They were pumpkin Whoopie Pies, and they were AMAZING!! I refused to even consider eating them until I smelle...

