Maggie Mooney's Page

About My Family

Just me and the huz and our rapidly growing spawnlet

What are your children's names and birth dates?

Ben, age 11 months

Are you considering having more?

Definitely, but not for a while

How would you describe your parenting philosophy?

Trust your instincts. Try not to get too worked up about little things. Don't lose yourself in your parenting.

What's your favorite parenting book (if any)?

Dr. Spock

What are your family’s favorite books and toys?

I love cute wooden european-style toys, but Ben is most happy with a roll of toilet paper.

What are your family’s favorite TV shows or movies?

Northern Exposure, Eternal Sunshine, Arrested Development... Obviously Ben had no input on this list.

What are your family's favorite foods?

Thai, mexican, everything really. Ben ate four pot stickers today!

What are your family's favorite places to hang out?

Cuyahoga Valley national Park, my parents' pool, the beach, just wrestling with Ben in bed

What one adjective would you choose to describe your household?

Cramped

What do you see your kids doing when they grow up?

No idea

Describe your most humbling parenting moment.

The realization that I voluntarily spend a good part of every day with someone else's poo on my hands