Author: A Morning Grouch

When I am not writing I am doodling, painting, carving or otherwise creating. Find me and my art on my Instagram or Facebook page - or on my sister site: A Morning Grouch Creative (amorninggrouchcreative.com).
Family, Health, Parenting

Flu Season Preparedness Tips For Parents (Hint: You’re Screwed)

Flu season is upon us. Flu shots, Vitamin C and hot green tea with honey can help keep the symptoms at bay….for awhile. But, even if you lucked out before, at some point it is inevitable that the flu will wreak havoc through your household.  Vaccines, vitamins and all-natural remedies (can I get a what what for my neti pot?) can support your immune system functions, … Continue reading Flu Season Preparedness Tips For Parents (Hint: You’re Screwed)

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Family, Husband, Love

Spouses: If They’re Really Good At One Thing, They Really Suck At Something Else

When we first fall in love, we notice only the admirable qualities our partner possesses. Mother Nature has watched many a fool, in the beginning stages of a relationship, believe they have found True Perfection, and she has laughed her ass off each and every time at such naiveté. True Perfection in human character is nothing more than a fond illusion; for every superior quality, … Continue reading Spouses: If They’re Really Good At One Thing, They Really Suck At Something Else

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Health, Infertility

The Office Is The Only Hope

The office is the source of hope. But it brings with it, more.   Fluid filled, cystic anxiety. Blood soaked uncertainty. Regression, after success. Loss.   It brings stomach aches and heart palpitations. Emotions and exposed nerves that are scrubbed raw, to maintain sanitary conditions in the sterile environment.   It’s a recurring nightmare that offers the promise of a dream. The office is the … Continue reading The Office Is The Only Hope

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Infertility

Theory Confirmed: Woman Relaxes and “It” Happened; Baby On The Way!

Teresa Miller, a 34-year-old wife and mother-to-be, diagnosed by the medical community as having multiple conception woes, has confirmed the age-old wisdom that relaxing really does indeed make “it” happen. That’s right, after finally listening to the advice from countless mothers, aunts and grandmas, Teresa gave relaxing a whirl, and conceived her first child.  She is due in January. “The doctors all said I had … Continue reading Theory Confirmed: Woman Relaxes and “It” Happened; Baby On The Way!

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Blogging

The 5 Worst Things You Can Say To A Blogger

So, I’m no blogging genius.  When I first started blogging I had zero idea of the etiquette, cultish followings, or blogging cliques that existed.  I pretty much started this as a procrastination tool.  I’m still half-assed and hardly an expert; I have been dragging my feet even getting my self-hosted site up and running (does that even make sense?) because I have almost zero clue … Continue reading The 5 Worst Things You Can Say To A Blogger

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Family, Gratitude, Parenting

Mama Worries About You. Except When She Doesn’t.

At only 1 year of age, Baby Grouch has taught me how (approximately) 8230753 lbs of mommy-love can be squeezed into a teensy, tiny, Grinch-sized heart.  She’s also taught me that the equivalent poundage of terror can be packed into that same cubic volume. Like some anxiety-riddled, futuristic camera, my brain captures images of Baby Grouch in worst-case scenarios.   It would be easy to … Continue reading Mama Worries About You. Except When She Doesn’t.

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Family, Gratitude, Parenting

Life Lessons We Can Learn From A One Year Old

Parenting is the ultimate responsibility – as guardians we are charged with the terrifying intimidating task of teaching another human being how to BE.  It can be overwhelming to think that you (often accompanied by a partner) are responsible for preparing your little one to deal with every aspect of life.  Gulp. But, in addition to being alarming, scary and fatiguing, parenting can also be edifying.  As … Continue reading Life Lessons We Can Learn From A One Year Old

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Teaching

The Problem With Teacher Assessment and Schools As Businesses

The last few years everyone has been up in arms over EDUCATION REFORM!  And we’ve been beaten to death with the idea that our public schools are FAILING OUR KIDS! And that GREEDY LAZY TEACHERS! are living lavish lifestyles, punching in at 8.30 and punching out at 3:00 (nevermind that that is a monstrous misconception) with 12 weeks of vacation in the summer (nevermind that … Continue reading The Problem With Teacher Assessment and Schools As Businesses

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Family, Infertility, Parenting, Pregnancy

Rocking Her

The woman got the call and listened to the numbers being given to her.  Her eyes widened, her heart sped up.  She couldn’t believe her good fortune.  Only a few months into the process, when last time took three years.  So soon?!  She was by herself, in the bathroom, away from the crowd.  She hung up the phone, elated. She looked in the mirror at … Continue reading Rocking Her

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