parenting isn't a noun but a verb--an ongoing process instead of an accomplishment. And that no matter how many years you put into the job, the learning curve is, well, fairly flat.

“You know how sometimes, your life is so perfect you’re afraid for the next mome…”

“There are certain things I do not talk about.”

“I find myself staring at the goldfish. Bright as a penny, he swims in circles, …”

“Since it had gotten so quiet in the room that you could hear the sound of your …”