Moms Talk
The Family Bed
Even though I'm not married, I'm never alone in my bed.
Since my ex moved out over two years ago, I’ve had a constantly rotating schedule of bed partners. Some of them steal all of the covers and kick me with their long legs, while others are so short that their presence barely registers in my king-size bed. What’s that, you ask? Am I some type of little person-loving, Chelsea Handler type? Have I joined the ranks of the Moms Gone Wild divorced gals? Sadly, or perhaps happily, it is usually one of my four kids who have staked his or her claim on the coveted spot beside me each night. Often, I come home late from an endless municipal meeting to find my room darkened and a big lump where reading material and remote controls usually sit. My immediate reaction is irritation: I’ve got stuff to do. …
Susan Buchenberger
9:05 am on Thursday, August 4, 2011
Love this! We occasionally have some cute visitors in our bed early in the morning. Yes, very annoying at times, but sweet at times too! more ›