Tag Archives: parenthood

Midweek Head Mess

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

No school for weeksWhile mommy is awayNo more time for FrozenOnly time to playTrains going down the hallwayBooks scattered on the rugsLegos oddly clean One nightmare’s all it takesBecause mommy can’t stay upLeaving daddy to try his bestA bath at … Continue reading →

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Top 10 What Not to do When Writing with a Toddler Around

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

This is the 53rd edition of What Not to Do, which is a great weekly series done by the great John W. Howell.  This week I’ve been permitted to join in the fun. This list will appear on Legends of … Continue reading →

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How Do You Explain?

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

How do you explain a cough Caused by flower dust To a child who’s only scared Raspy throat and wheezing breath Violent hacks Making his stomach ache Spilling medicine into his mouth To stem the tide of pollen Knowing his … Continue reading →

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What Do You Think of Heroes Having Kids?

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the most common endings to a hero’s genre (besides death) is settling down and having kids.  That epilogue where the hero is seen with his or her young child is a hallmark of fantasy endings.  Many people scoff … Continue reading →

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From the Mouth of the Toddler (Also 2,000th Post!)

Posted on January 22, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

This is supposed to be the 2,000th post and I’ll do it with another list of comedy from the toddler.  He’s been on a roll lately.  So, let’s jump into it: “I am a dog!”  (Spent weekend playing with a … Continue reading →

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Work in Progress: Footsteps . . . Maybe

Posted on January 18, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

One difficult thing with writing series is that it’s really hard to let characters go.  I dread the end of Legends of Windemere because I’ll feel a little lost without Luke, Nyx, and the others.  They’ll be done and usable … Continue reading →

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Old Toys

Posted on December 26, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

A favorite of childhood Brought on every trip Stitched whenever harmed Sharing in ice cream And gum that remains today Precious toy held in the night Until age takes the child away A token of youth Carried through the years … Continue reading →

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From the Mouth of the Toddler

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I was thinking of doing some poems about children and the different types you can find at the toddler stage.  Then, my son started saying silly things and I opted to make this list of his more amusing quotes: “I’m … Continue reading →

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Quick and Cute Morning Story of Parenthood

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

So, this morning started as normal.  Woke up and got the toddler’s lunch and breakfast ready.  Checked him and he was asleep.  Started getting everything else ready and checked on him a few times.  Each time he was out and … Continue reading →

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‘I Bought Daddy’s Book!’

Posted on August 5, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Here’s a funny story to warm your hearts and possibly wet your pants.  I was left home alone with my son and he wanted to eat lunch while watching Ninja Turtles.  Nothing new there, but he finally broke his month … Continue reading →

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