Sharon MacDonell

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Love & Hate: I Hate Backseat Drivers

Is there anything quite so harrowing as driving around with a bunch of kids in the backseat?

Love & Hate: I Love Being a Mom with Bifocals

I was surprised to discover that getting my first pair of bifocals did not throw me into a tailspin.

Love & Hate: I Love Watching My Kids Onstage

We've done all the hard work, so sometimes parents deserve to just sit back and reap the rewards.

Love & Hate: I Hate My Daughter's Insomnia

Until we met our second daughter, we thought babies never slept. Who knew?

Love & Hate: I Love Imperfect Moms, Part 2: Tina Fey and Breastfeeding

One of the personality traits of a good imperfect mom is that she doesn't judge other moms, either.

Love & Hate: I Hate My Kids' Spring Wardrobe

While the calendar tells us it's time to break out the pastel colored shorts, halter tops and flip flops, the weatherman has a very different message.

I Hate Minivans

I've driven a minivan in the past and there might be another in my future. But for now, I am thrilled to be driving a nice, normal midsized car!

I Love Cereal

Sometimes as a mom, I so over-think the simple things that I become totally illogical. Like breakfast.

I Hate Germs!

I seem to welcome every little guest and critter into my house. But germs? I hate them. Yet it seems that I to have to embrace them anyway.

I Love (and Hate) My Girls' Growing Independence

My girls used to depend on me for everything, which was exhausting and drove me crazy. Now they don't need me so much.

I Love Imperfect Moms

I have to keep reminding myself, 'I am busy; therefore, I make mistakes.' I am not the most imperfect or perfect mom in the world.

I Love Eating Out

My mother-in-law has it right. What does she love to make for dinner? Reservations!