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Staff title: Member of the Chicago Parent Blog Network
Author Hometown: Chicago
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Marianne Walsh
A junkie's guide to surviving Halloween candy addiction
"My name is Marianne. I am a candy-holic." more
The big kid, football & playing nice
Every mom's hope is that her kids grow up to be decent humans. more
Using (and losing) your words
There's a distinct language that comes with each stage of parenting. Which stage are you in? more
The lemonade stand
You can't have summer without lemonade stands. Even if it drives some moms batty. more
The Rescue: Chicago mom revels in boys' compassion for injured bird
It's boys to the rescue when they find a baby bird in the street and quickly jump into action to get it to the animal hospital. It is enough to make this mom proud and hopeful. more
Multiple Mom Disorder
Who will you be today? Summer Mom, OCD Mom or Normal Mom? Every mom has at least a tiny case of Multiple Mom Disorder. more
Grace, unexpected
In the midst of chaos, a little bit of grace can make all the difference. more
Why I kind of want my son to lose his Little League game
When your kids' activities all conflict with one another, what do you do? more
How I learned to stop crying over spilled milk
Letting the little stuff go can be the hardest thing about being a parent. more
Why Tampa Bay banning Blackhawks fans is just un-American
Chicagoans aren't allowed to buy tickets to the Blackhawks game in Tampa Bay. This mom is ready to go to war. more
Thoughts from a burned out momma
Maybe she's losing her mind. Or maybe, she's just a normal mom. more
Calendar
Gnome Hunt
Can you find the gnomes hiding in the Children's Garden? more
Nov 20, 2018
Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites
Children can build literacy skills through imaginative, interactive experiences and dramatic play. more
Nov 20, 2018
Mr. Akeley’s Movie Camera Exhibition
Learn about the "pancake" camera and its technological advancements. more
Nov 20, 2018
