Author Archives: anyavasquez

Giddiness and Glue

Posted on December 24, 2010 by anyavasquez

When we woke up this morning, I discovered that I am even more giddy about Christmas than my girls. At first, it appears to be a normal Friday: my husband, Jake, already at work, the three of us hanging out … Continue reading →

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Ready or Not?

Posted on August 6, 2010 by anyavasquez

One of my closest friends has yet to take the plunge into motherhood. Recently I’ve felt like a mama lion around her, trying to protect her from the “you’re married now…when you gonna start popping ’em out?” questions and conversations … Continue reading →

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“Can I get some whine with that cold?” or perhaps the more honest question, “Can I have wine with my cold medicine?”

Posted on July 31, 2010 by anyavasquez

Today, I want to take some medicine that will cure my foggy head/so stuffy I can’t taste anything/runny nose and curl up in bed with a book to rest. But my reality is getting up at 6:30am with both girls, … Continue reading →

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Vampire Dreams & Pregnancy Desires

Posted on July 16, 2010 by anyavasquez

Some women fantasize about their doctors or their husband’s best friend during pregnancy. For me, it was only Edward. I blame (or maybe the appropriate word is “thank”) the organizer of my book club – she picked the Twilight saga … Continue reading →

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Momships and the Motherhood Army

Posted on July 11, 2010 by anyavasquez

The other moms could smell my desperation. My immediate family and childless friends stepped up after the birth of my first daughter, but it wasn’t enough. I longed for a “momship” – an incredible and unbreakable bond with another mom. … Continue reading →

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