No shit, huh.

It seems to me that the author is writing a personal essay encouraging people to not, in general, lump marginalized or minority groups together, and is using his experience as a member of a traditionally marginalized group to get the point across. The people getting pissy and arguing that the author is trying to tell…

My rule of thumb is that I measure what I say based on the person or group of friends I'm around—which often means a lot of distasteful language or saying things many would find offensive. I think most people do this—most have their bitchy quips and shorthands. It's always best, however, to tread with caution around…

Anyone who treats a gun like a toy or an accessory is a goddamn motherfucking sack of shit asshole. Cat, cow, copy of Atlas Shrugged, grandma, I don't care—don't point your gun (much less set up your camera, take the photo, and post it on social media) at things, animals or people you don't intend to shoot. That being…

Seriously. I have a major thing for this kid and it's 100% because of those jowly cheeks. My son had the same ones (as do I, we're very cheeky).

I rarely get catcalled, but when I do, it's a doozy. Most recently I was driving home from work on a major freeway and some dude propositioned me. Like, paced me at 80MPH, flashed a huge wad of cash and motioned for me to pull over. I almost died of shock.

Maybe she can give 50 Cent some lessons.

Yeah, not only preschool, but family members too. I got either oatmeal with cinnamon or Grape Nuts at home, but I remember staring lovingly at the cabinet above my grandmother's oven because I knew that's where she stashed the Lucky Charms she gave to all of us grandkids while our parents were not around ;-)

A book I would really recommend is Peggy Vincent's Baby Catcher.

Yeah, I have plenty of toys, but sometimes you just need to go analog....digital...whatever.

The first lesson you learn working retail is to TRUST NO STROLLER.

Interesting—the place I gave birth just started considering VBACs (they are low risk as it's a birthing center associated with the hospital). I am always curious to hear about the VBAC experience. Mine turned breech too, footling, very late in my pregnancy. Like, after my due date. Our bodies are so funky...

Curious if you had a VBAC?

Yes, that too. The worst parts of my cesarian experience were having to have an IV in my hand (after THREE tries they couldn't get a vein in my arm) for days and having my arms strapped down like Jesus on the cross during the procedure. Also, the smell of the tarp thing they hung up (I had to get a towel placed over…

Your mom is right.

"My kid is good and it's about 5% because of our parenting, 95% because of who she is."

I would argue that your attitude is part of the problem.

You have a great attitude, and it will serve you well. Good luck!

It took my ex well into his 20s to recover from the clean your plate rule enforced by his father.

Is she a stay at home mom? The first time my kid had any sugary anything was at preschool. That shit is IMPOSSIBLE to avoid if your kid socializes with others.