Tag Archives: Embarrassing moments

Mother hysteria: The curious case of the caught nipple

Posted on February 16, 2013 by

Reini’s evening started something like this: His one and only son called him at work and announced, “There’s been an accident… In the kitchen… With the mixing machine… And Mum…” I should probably admit to you, at this point, that … Continue reading →

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A couple of recent corkers

Posted on February 15, 2013 by

My husband and I attempted to usher Akasha, our six year old, off to bed. She, as usual, came up with several excuses as to why she should stay up but we didn’t give in and insisted that we, as … Continue reading →

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Marbles loser

Posted on September 3, 2012 by

My fourteen-year-old just asked me if my watch works. I glanced down at the many-moons-old, radio controlled device, which always tells me the exact (as in to the second) right time, which quite clearly then, was a present from my … Continue reading →

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A weak week

Posted on August 6, 2012 by

It’s funny to think that just over a week ago we were building up pavilions (that a few short hours later were to be dramatically felled in a storm), we were rehearsing the Gay Gordons (which we wouldn’t need because … Continue reading →

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Be Right Back

Posted on April 15, 2012 by

Gosh. I haven’t forgotten you. I promise. I haven’t fallen off the Earth. Or drowned in a puddle. Seriously. Once I did almost drown in a puddle. A long time ago. I kept wading. And thinking how deep can this … Continue reading →

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Headbanger

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

Kate Kresse’s comment: Good news–i haven’t run into the coffee table in 2 days. but i did open the fridge door right into my head. (duh). on my last post reminded me of recent events. Remember my headache? I’ll deviate … Continue reading →

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2011 – The things I’ve learned

Posted on December 31, 2011 by

Well folks, that’s it for 2011 and we’re welcoming 2012. I’m hoping for a year of good health, much laughter and time to write. I’d like to wish each and every one of you a Happy New Year and thank … Continue reading →

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November/December Update

Posted on December 30, 2011 by

My exceedingly long headache has been driving me mad, as you well know, after all, I have been banging on about it, for the best part of November and December. It’s led me to spending far too much time in … Continue reading →

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Animal-tastic

Posted on November 1, 2011 by

We’re having an animal-tastic time here in Southern France. We’ve managed to spot a lizard in the garden and a frog on a dark harbour walk. We’ve seen several dogs on the beach who could easily have been nicknamed Sandy. … Continue reading →

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French beds to hairy legs

Posted on November 1, 2011 by

Since I arrived in the South of France, I’ve realised a few things: Without caffeine I am nothing. Without my fix of homemade espresso I have been forced to turn to Coca Cola. One of those boats in the harbour … Continue reading →

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