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                    A MONSTER Response!

"Very good stuff and so very true." ~ Wendel Potter, Chronicler and Humorist, who is a contributing comedy writer for Jay Leno and has also written for Joan Rivers, Phyllis Diller, and the Yakov Smirnoff Show. "Love your Website and column. I'm a syndicated columnist and your stuff's great.... Best to you and I look forward to reading MORE." ~ Susan Reinhardt, author of "NOT TONIGHT, HONEY Wait 'til I'm a size 6." "Excellent! I just finished reading your article, Jelly Mom. I actually came across it by accident. Lucky me is all I can say. How cute! I found myself laughing out loud and loving it! You go girl...." ~ Queen Jaw Jaw, Author of "A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE THRONE"

My Favorite I am a Husband deployed to Iraq, and with Mother's Day looming, and my wife determined that only thing she needs is me home, your book was just what I needed. Thank you very much, A Soldier. You are so very welcome! I am so glad that Jelly Mom was there for you. Thank you for all that YOU do. Warm regards, Lisa Barker Ma'am, there's times when this job truly sucks, and there's times when it's pretty cool. But the main reason I serve is for pride. One of my line has always served, and it always will, until that no longer means anything. End of maudlinness. I see that the book will get there three days before Mother's Day. Thank you very much for putting Humour and Wisdom on a store shelf where they could be bought.

Most Recent "I got a bellyache laughing at this one!! It was truly inspired. :~) Thanks for the humor break, I look forward to them!!" "I look forward to receiving your newsletter every week. I laugh because I see so much of myself in your newsletters." "That was so on the money! I loved it. Just loved it." "I can't tell you how many times I've read [the] column and laughed SO HARD my stomach hurt while nodding my head." "This is probably one of if not THE funniest things I've read all year! The Estrogen Express is a HOOT!" "Lisa, I can't tell you how many memories this article brought back to me!" "Your newsletters are very entertaining and I love the spin you put on everything. I'm 57 years old and still I was enjoying them. Some of them I pass on to my daughters-in-law."

"I just wanted to thank you for bringing me giggles and grounding my soul every week. You are just so real. It makes me realize that I'm ok even though the kids drive me nuts [and] my house is an organized mess. Life is good. Please keep up the good work. Your writings are fantastic, and I hope that you receive many blessings in return for the blessings you give me once a week." "Another installment from a lady that makes me LOL, in the middle of the night, when no one is awake and I have to be quiet. Not an easy task. I usually try not to be drinking anything when I open her newsletter to save my computer monitor." "Lisa you did it again. I laughed out loud. Kids come running to the computer. 'What's so funny, Mom?' 'Oh I'm reading what Jelly Mom wrote.' ;)" "...And although being a junior in high school, I am no where close to being a mother, I have enjoyed reading you columns." "A girlfriend of mine sent me your recent essay about the harrowing experience at the grocery store and I am still laughing. I am so glad I found you! I am a working mom and can certainly use a daily laugh!" "This one is BRILLIANT. You make me feel, well, normal." "You are just sensational! I look forward to your newsletter more than any other I'm subscribed to...thank you for giving me--another mom losing brain cells that can recite any part of any Disney/Pixar movie by heart without taking time to even think--a reason to love this life! :) " "Love this one! Though I don't have kiddos of my own, I so relate to the "losing my mind, not my memory" realization." More from Jelly Mom readers.... "You have GOT to write more of these! I nearly [wet] myself laughing and woke the baby! But they were worth it!" "I just found your article entitled "Where's the Briefs?" and was SO thankful to find that I'm not the only one dealing with a son who has decided not to wear underwear...Thank you for your silly take on this, and being willing to share your experience! You've made another mom very happy to know she's not alone!" "I have to say that [JellyMom™] is just HILARIOUS!!! I don't think there is a single entry yet that I have not related to and enjoyed [your] humor in it!!" "I'm still rolling on the floor and laughing out loud over the column this week. Looks like another good one." "REALLY FUNNY LISA!!! I ENJOYED THE STORIES! ESPECIALLY THE ONE ABOUT POLICE MOMS (ONE OF MY PETPEEVES) AND WHAT NO MEANS!!!! MY SIX YEAR OLD IS STILL LIKE THAT!" "I soooo love how you write! You give such great visuals and are they ever FUNNY!" "Thanks for the constant laughs exactly when I need them!" "I read your article about men and fireworks and I'm hooked. Yes, I'm a parent but my daughter is 33 and yes I have grandkids, 8 and 9, but no toddlers ... except for those in my memories. But toddlers touch my heart and your articles are hilarious. Thank you for writing such creative and funny anecdotes." "NICE AND ENJOYABLE!" "I have read many of your columns on your website and have enjoyed them. Although I do not have children, I think your stories are hilarious." "I am a humor parenting writer...I love your stuff and you are my hero!" "I love getting [your column] every week. What a gift you have." "Hey, now THAT was funny! Yes, I will subscribe and tell my friends! Love ya!" "I read some of your stories to a friend of mine and she was killing herself laughing!" "I am a big fan of your site! You put into writing exactly what I am going through!" "Loved the story and love your website. You penned some of the thoughts right out of my head. Keep up the good . . . er . . . GREAT work!" "THAT WAS GREAT!!! I loved it! I have those exact same questions but could never have written them as wonderfully as you." "I wanted to take a few moments to tell you that I thought your work is well done and quite funny. I wish you the best of luck in your career as a mommy humorist!" "AS A MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER I UNDERSTAND AND HAVE SYMPATHY FOR YOU! ON THE OTHER HAND, THIS WAS REALLY HYSTERICAL!! YOU ARE SOOOOOOOOOOOO FUNNY." "I love your column. Your writing is honest and lighthearted and loving. I enjoyed reading it very much." "The 'Cookie, PLEASE!' [column] just cracked me up! Mine are 16 and 21 (this weekend) but I can still remember VIVIDLY those conversations! LOL Thanks for the tee hee! "I am a mother of one, and I don't know how you can handle the brood you have!! KUDOS TO YOU!! I enjoy receiving your emails each week, and share it with those co-workers of mine who know what you are talking about! You do have the inside scoop! Thanks, and keep the entertaining (and honest) stories coming!" "Just love your insights on motherhood etc. I can really relate to your opinion of Parent Police. It is nice to know that I am not alone in my trials of love called parenthood." "OMIGOSH! This week's column was a scream. Just now got the chance to read it and nearly wet my pants." "I love it - as always! You always seem to get into my head and write down my same exact thoughts. I totally get you and love your posts!" "I LOVE it!! You have totally identified that secret fear I think all moms have, but don't want to readily admit - that we are truly losing our minds. I am right there with you. You are such a wonderful writer and a joy to read!!" "Seriously, Lisa, you need to be published everywhere!!!" "This is great stuff and wonderfully written." "Lisa, I think I'm going to enjoy your columns, a lot!" "Just got my HBWM newsletter and was immediately drawn to your column! Loved it! Stopped by your website, too, and just had to drop you a line to say thanks for the chuckle and keep up the good work! I look forward to the next article!" "Ha ha ha! I just snorted hot chocolate out of my nose.... LOVING IT!" "We have a "Motivational Moment" every day at 8:45 and today was my turn so I ready the story about your cat Patrick. How cute! Nice article in the paper!" "I cannot thank you enough for the belly laugh I just had. I am a mom of seven and it's been a real crummy week with the two younger one (ages 4 and 1 year) being sick. I happened to come across Jelly Mom through the Catholic Mom website. I read the article on Parent Police and I couldn't stop laughing. I've been in that predicament many times and never thought it was that funny. Now I can look at it a different way." "I just love how you see life and you always bring a smile to my face no matter what kind of day it's been. Just wanted to let you know to keep up the good work. You sound like a fun, cool Mommy - how lucky your family is!" "Love your column, I have 4 children, and I use your material daily, and copy many things you do with my own children, and it works. So many thanks. [I] just wanted to let you know I appreciate what you are doing, I am sure it will help many of us introduce better balanced young adults to the world. Thank-you." "I look forward to reading future Jelly Mom newsletters. It helps make the stress of the week bearable! Thanks!" "I love your letters. They make me laugh. I can remember making lots of "shutupandeatit" meals over the years, but I never thought to call them that...what a hoot.... God bless you." "I really enjoyed the column. Very funny and so true to life." "LOVED THIS ONE AS THE OTHERS. YOU'RE A SPECIAL MOM!!!!!" "Thanks for the chuckle!" "I absolutely love reading your column on a weekly basis - knowing that there are other homes like ours - crazy and chaotic, and, most of all, fun :) Your humor puts me at ease and makes me remember why being a mommy is supposed to be fun!" "LISA, YOU ARE SO HILARIOUS." "Thank you for Jelly Mom. Sometimes reading [it is] the only thing that keeps me from going insane!" "You are absolutely incredible and deserve every blessing that God bestows upon you. I pray that you receive abundant graces to continue your calling and ministry. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May Christ's peace be with you!" "I just ordered a copy of your book! I can't wait to read it! I think my favorite one is "The Cheese Stands Alone." I don't ever tire from reading that one! Of course the pre-school fish ("Something Fishy About That Alphabet") one is funny because it is a story for Jr. Well, parent police ("A Run-in With The Parent Police") also gets me rolling. I need to tell my friends who have multiple kids to go to your site. The ones with one kid just don't understand.........have a great day!" "YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW GOOD YOU ARE. JUST PLAIN OLD MOMMY FUNNY!" "You are just the best! I love your column and your site. You are such an inspiration." "Oh, how this applies to me right now!" "OH MY, you have really out done yourself on this one. My kids are 10 and 8 so I'm just starting to ruin their lives with "chores". But you give me hope that it's completely normal. I am frequently sitting here at my computer laughing my butt off at your column! I look forward to you every week. Thank you for lightening my everyday." "LISA, LISA, LISA ~ YOU ARE SO HILARIOUSLY FUNNY!!!!!!!!!!" "This was a very funny column! We have 5 children (2 from my husband's first marriage) with one on the way and can relate well to many of the sentiments and facts of life you expressed so eloquently in your column. Thanks for the giggle!" "I just discovered your site and just have to say, you had me in stitches! As a WAHM myself, it's difficult to keep my sanity (and sense of humor) during those inopportune moments that the UPS guy rings the bell. (Or "dings the donger", as my Kidling proclaims as she flies through the room at Mach 3.) I enjoyed your site so much I just had to share it on one of my blogs. Best wishes!" "I wish I wasn't drinking coffee when I read [that] line.... My computer screen got sprayed." "You're awesome!" "Oh, your email is funny... especially since I emailed all friends!" "I just wanted to let you know that I think your [column] is very entertaining. I really like your writing because of your particular point of view. I'm sure it's a point of view that many moms can identify with. Good Work!" "We love your Jelly Mom [column]. We read it...in the Salinas Californian. Thanks again for making us smile every Monday morning." "I knew that I was reading the work of a kindred irreverent spirit. I laughed my way through the rest of [the column]. I can't wait to read the next one." "I love your work!" "I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your Jelly Mom newsletter. I have 4 kids myself: twin boys in 1st grade age 7, a girl starting kindergarten in the fall age 5 and a boy who just turned 3. I can so totally relate to many of your stories. It's refreshing to get reminded that there really are moms out there going through the same thing. Keep up the great work you are highly appreciated!" "You must know my 4 year old! LOL! I just love your work." "You're too funny for your own good!!! I don't know why you're not in Parents magazine yet...............I need to call them and ask! What parent could read this and not laugh knowing they JUST went through that the other morning!!!" "As usual, Lisa, I love this because I too can identify with you." "Sometimes I think you must have spyware in my house. Your columns really hit home!" "I just read your column about sleep deprivation in the Salinas Californian. I am not usually one to laugh out loud over something I've read. I'm much more of a visual person. But, your article was hysterical. I could picture you using hemorrhoid cream on your toothbrush. Your writing is so descriptive...I was laughing out loud and loving it. Can't wait for the next column." "I agree with everything you mentioned in this [week's] newsletter, Lisa. You are too funny!!!!!!!! Thanks for the smile and laughter." "LOL. This [week's column] was great! It would be a prefect scene in a family movie." "You make me laugh! I like reading your stuff!" "This [week's column] was a great pick me up. Thanks for the truthful humor." "I don't actually "laugh out loud" at very many things, I'll smile, but I actually had a visual of everything you put in today's column and appreciate it! Thank you." "You make me laugh, and believe me, laughing is at a premium for me (my husband died of cancer a year and nearly 10 months ago - healing hasn't happened and even with friends kind words, doesn't look like it's going to happen anytime soon down the road)." "You are such a blessing to so many people. I don't think that you will ever realize until God calls you home all of the ways that you have touched people in this world. You sure have touched me!" "I have forwarded different JellyMom articles to just about everyone I know. My sister told me one day I didn't have to forward anymore - she'd signed up for her own! [My husband] even quoted from your [column] on Chuck E. Cheese. I can't say how many times we have laughed over that one, because we can see it really happeneing!" "I read, laugh and enjoy your articles so much - THANKS FOR MAKING ME LAUGH. I LOVE YOUR ARTICLES! "I loved "What Happens at Chuck E Cheese Stays There". "Well I want to jump on the "I love Jellymom" bandwagon, too. I just love it!" "Oh my gosh, I never thought to write and tell you how funny you are...I send them to my daughter all the time..She has a son like your little one that likes to run around naked and slips out the door....." "HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA~ These [are] good articles. Thanks for the smile and the laughter!!!!!!!!" "I know you are busy but I wanted to tell you that your column just simply makes my week! Sometimes when it's been one of THOSE weeks, seeing your column and knowing it will make me smile is just simply wonderful! Thank you for writing!" "HI LISA, AS USUAL YOU BRIGHTENED MY DAY WITH YOUR DELIGHTFUL HUMOR! THANKS A BUNCH!!!!!!!!!!! "Thanks for all the chuckles!" "Lisa, "I thank you for your humor. I was reading some of your archive articles from Parent to Parent and I was laughing out loud. I especially loved the article on supper preparation and your creation called "shutupandeatit." I also loved your description of after school, where your kids deal their homework towards you like they're playing poker in Vegas. I am a mother of six and I live in Wichita, KS. I love my children and have spent a lot of time writing about them. Thanks for blessing me with your observations." "I love your column. I ordered two of your latest books and shared one with a friend of mine with 6 children. I have 5 and we are both homeschoolers and your book is hysterical. I can sooooo relate. Thanks again for providing the entertainment in our hectic lives." "Thanks for a column that made me smile from ear to ear." "Thank you for these emails!! I really enjoy them! My girls are 14 & 9 (still plenty of humor in this age too) but your emails send me back to a time I remember vividly!!" "Loved it!! I can SO relate." "Good article. I had to read it to my wife..." "Thanks for the trip down Memory Lane, Lisa!" "Thanks . It was fun remembering that time." "I'll never be able to drive by a Chuck E. Cheese's again without thinking of Las Vegas. Wonderful story!" "Been there, done that - on all of the above! Thanks for the good laugh!" "I totally agree. What were our moms thinking? My son said tonight, "Remember when you used to wash dishes during nap? Why don't you do that on the weekend?" Yes, I felt the failure rising inside me. Thanks for the great article! Glad to know there are others out there. :)" "Lisa, I do not always leave comments but I read all of your articles. I feel I know you and your family. You write so very well and know how to tell a story. I live vicariously through your household. You see, there's only me and it's quiet unless I make noise. I can do that and do; sing like nobody's listening, cause nobody is. You've made an important and profound contribution to the world. At your 20 year reunion, you should be crowned queen! You children are blessed to have you as Mom and will look back at their lives chronicled by you. What a beautiful gift to them and to us. Thank you for sharing!" "I love the way you write, Lisa! So much of what happens brings back some fond memories of when my son was wee (now almost 18, yikes). Your pieces really do brighten my day. They're always so descriptive that I feel like I'm standing beside you watching what's going on. :) Thanks for chronicling your life and your children, it makes enjoyable reading. You're a great mum, by the way! There's no harder or more rewarding job in the world. :)" "Amen Lisa! Housework is an exercise in futility for sure. Enjoy the family and don't sweat it." "Oooh my gosh! I'm laughing hysterically. What visuals! Well-told, very well-written and you got my vote!" "Cute, warm, touching and brought a smile. You are lucky to have such nice memories and we are lucky to be able to read them." "Laugh Out Loud funny!" "Simply put...Wonderful!" "I laughed out loud. Thanks for reminding me not to take life too seriously." "YES! YES! YES! Excellent article!" "Great!" "Lisa, your humour is so much like mine, I feel bonded to you already." "Delightful story; well done, Lisa!" "This is too funny! Thanks for sharing this one; very well done!" "Lisa, this article is delightful because it is SO true! As a mom, I can sure relate." "Excellent piece of work!" "Funny write; thoroughly enjoyed! Thanks for sharing; well done!" "Wonderful article, and so delightfully true! My three-year-old is now thirteen, but this sure did bring back memories. Thanks for the smiles!" "Cute write; very well done!" "What fun you and your family must have!" "Absolutely love it!" "Loved this one!!!!" "Enjoyed your article very much. It brought back memories." "Laugh out loud funny!" "Ah, the memories. Thanks for sharing! Very well done!" "Lol ... I had forgotten how funny you are, Lisa! Delightful tale." "Lol. Thanks for the warning, Lisa. In my biological clock ever starts ticking, I'll bash it with a bat. Lol." "Lolol. I can certainly relate to that. A few years ago with 3 kids in tow a faceful of pudding at unearthly hours of the morning was almost a norm." "Enjoyed this as much as your other writes!" "Laughed and laughed as I read this." "Very funny!" "Love your writing!" "I love your columns! Thanks so much for the laughs that I so desperately need!" "A friend of mine just emailed me some of your stuff, and I had to go to your site for myself. As a daughter who's "been there, done that," I was entertained. As a mom of three boys, I was thankful ;). As a writer, I was truly inspired. I look forward to reading more of your writings in the future." "Just wanted to tell you that I really enjoy reading your column, especially the most recent about your high school reunion. Our class just recently celebrated our 20th high school reunion and I could totally relate to everything you wrote about. Thanks for sharing your feelings about attending, I think we all were going through the same emotional roller coaster! And as a mother of three boys, I find your column very reassuring and funny - thank you!" "You always make writing look so easy because you're so good at it! Bravo." "Lisa, I always look forward to your articles because they are so funny and also a warning of what I should expect in a few years." "I'm laughing, Lisa. Love the humour you make from the Barker household. Thanks for keeping us up-to-date! Great article!" "Lisa this is great! I tell you so many times I should have put the "out-of-order" sign up. My girls will walk right past their dad to taunt my brain seems like... LOL. Guess we could admire that..huh?" "Thanks for another great article and peep into Life with The Barker's!" "Since my daughter is only 7, I appreciate your articles full of wisdom and warnings... I've already heard, 'Mom, stop - you're embarrassing me..." And Lisa, I'm just being myself(!!!) What will I do when she's a teenager? thanks for the laughs and a great article!" "I enjoy your articles. They bring back good memories of a time that went by quickly." "I was scouring the Internet recently looking for satirical parenting articles and I have to tell you, you are amazing!" "Thanks very much for the new articles, they're excellent! Brings back memories for me every time of when Ross was wee. He just turned 18. :) I laughed out loud at the auctioneer quip, he was like that too..still is sometimes, argh!" "Thanks for the chuckles, I was delighted to see them drop in my submissions box. Great work." "Hello I just wanted to say that I love your newsletter very much. Every time I read it it makes me laugh. As a parent that raised 2 girls and now have 2 granchildren I know how you feel. I love it keep up the good work. It gives me a great laugh and makes me remember the good old days." "Delightful story; well done, Lisa!" "Wonderful article and so delightfully true! My three-year-old is now thirteen, but this sure did bring back memories." "Thanks for the smiles!" "Lisa, your humour is so much like mine, I feel bonded to you already." "Hahaha your life sounds like mine!!!" "Love your articles and share them with my friends on the Internet." "Great article, Lisa! That is so funny! I love your writing style and the ability to laugh at yourself. Keep the articles coming!" "I am a reader from Salinas, and I love your columns even though I am 61 and never had children (just 30 years of GHS high school students). Today's topic of chocolate was one of your best." "Lisa an amusing and interesting read. I think earplugs might be cheaper than a limousine or tractor-trailer!" "Once again a great article! Kids in car the may be more dangerous than yakking on a cell phone while driving! (laugh) Duct tape may work well too." "Gee, Lisa, how I related to your story! Last week, driving with 5 kids in the backseat and trying to answer them all at once I drove straight off the road into a ditch. When I checked the backseat to see that everyone was alright, each of the five had their ice-cream smeared all over their faces and they were not laughing (but I was...) Thanks for a great article as usual!" "Another well written humerous article!" "YOU ARE SOOOOOOOOO FUNNY LISA!!!!! THANKS I NEEDED THIS LAUGH!!!!" "I stumbled across your website by accident and recieve your Friday articles. I love them and look forward to reading your material. I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one who goes a little crazy with the kids and whose life is not always organized and perfect. Thanks for putting humour into motherhood and for reaffirming how important our roles. It's good to know that its ok if the laundry and supper aren't always done on time or to perfection!!! I always feel a little less stressed thanks to you - keep up the fabulous job!!" "I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy receiving your weekly articles. They're just what I need after a hard week of homeschooling two boys and being a freelance/ghostwriter." "Love your column. My children are grown but now with grandchildren, I forward your reflections to my daughter!" "Hi Lisa, very true, very funny and very tiring!" "Oh, the memories your story invokes! Thanks!" "I read your piece on your ten year old. It was very sweet. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful story. I struggle with my five year old who is very sentimental and talks my ear off. You've reminded me to be gentle with this bright and shiny penny I've been given. Thanks for making my daughter Faith's mom a bit more reflective about her own speech, and to enjoy the chatter." "Lisa, I like your style. I really laughed when I read this - wonderful!" "I really enjoyed your article. It was very candid, and funny." "Lisa, I laughed out loud! Thanks for nudging to the forefront memories of my kids' imagination [and] adventures from so long ago." "I love reading your stories!" "Hi, Lisa. I really enjoy your articles. It amazes me how "up" you are, despite life's challenges. Take care!" "So true!" "Love these stories! This one especially called out to me. I'm a SAHM but was in the business world for almost 16 years before my daughter was born in 2004. My husband has NO idea what it's like to be a SAHM mom and how tiring it really is, although I wouldn't trade it for the world. "Keep up the great stories...I almost always burst out laughing when I'm reading them at 10:30 pm!" "I am so proud of you!! You are awesome dear friend!" "Hey Lisa, I love this...makes people look at it in a different way, our house is the same, all clutter, mess, fingerprints, carpet stains, toys scattered, but without the joy of kids, what would you have? Now if I can only convince my husband why the house looks like this. Ha ha." "I adore your column. It makes my day great when I get to read it." "I have to thank you for the column on stay-at-home guilt. I am just completing my first year as a stay-at-home mom and have been feeling guilty and thinking that I am not doing enough and that maybe I need to send my son to pre-school/day care and go back to work. I'm not completely sure what I am going to do, but I feel much better after reading this. "I can totally relate to your last newsletter. I'm of the opinion that my children are actually puppies. They're hungry all the time. They make messes wherever they go, don't clean up after themselves, and always blame someone else for the mess. They smell and hate baths. Even if they're potty trained, they still have "accidents." (Aiming!) They have big feet. They grow at an astonishing rate. All they ever want to do is play, play, play. When they get into trouble, they are so cute; it's hard to be mad at them. Sometimes. Thanks for your newsletter, I really enjoy it!" "I love your columns; they bring back memories of when my kiddos were small - thank you for that." "Thanks, hon. You are wise beyond your years. There is nothing as empty as an empty nest. I babysat my granddaughter on Valentine's eve and she threw up all over herself. It was wonderful! "I'm lovin' this...and I couldn't agree more about black! :) It's my favorite color for all things fashion. You just can't go wrong. And your poor husband...they never will learn that they can't win, help or anything -- only hinder -- when we're having a bad day...." "It's good to see that there are some of us "normal" moms still left out there. I enjoyed the story." "YOU'RE SOOOOOO FUNNNNNNNNNNY" "Thank you for the laughs!! I just signed up for your newsletter :) I can relate with 4 kids, under the age of 9 years." "I'm a grandmother and two of my grandchildren live with us. So, I know what you mean by a 'play by play' description of "fill in the blank____________________ " "Too funny Lisa, I can totally relate!" "Woo hoo! Way to Go Sister!" "Hi Lisa! I'm a mom of 5, too, but two of mine are adults. Your 4-year-old son and my 4-year-old daughter could be twins! I so relate to hiding just to enjoy a few moments of peace. I've hidden in the bedroom, the bathroom, the van, the crawlspace under the house...they always find me. I just read your article on WoodlandsMommy.com and look forward to many more!"