Author Archives: cordeliasmom2012

Male culture makes instilling healthy sexuality in our sons more difficult

Posted on April 8, 2016 by cordeliasmom2012

Originally posted on Ned's Blog:
I saw my first naked woman when I was 9, thanks to a kid named Jimmy, whose father had a collection of Playboy magazines under the bed. While his parents were at the grocery…

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Oh Lord, Please Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood

Posted on April 1, 2016 by cordeliasmom2012

(Post title based on song by The Animals) “Mo-ooom? [sob].  Come get me.  I’m scared!” It was 1978. I was 26 years old and had been married for 6 years to the man I thought was the love of my … Continue reading →

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Home Sweeter Home

Posted on March 31, 2016 by cordeliasmom2012

Ah, spring is in the air. Flowers blooming, robins calling, mud abating (finally) – and the annual Western New York Home Show. Daughter #3 is buying her first home. While it’s in very good condition, there are things she will … Continue reading →

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Dyngus Day Without Pussy Willows? [Again!]

Posted on March 28, 2016 by cordeliasmom2012

I first published this post on Dyngus Day last year, but it’s even truer this year.  I have absolutely no pussy willows in my back yard so far this year!   Here in Buffalo, NY, Dyngus Day is a big … Continue reading →

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