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First of all, let me say that this story involves throw-up. If you are averse to hearing such a story, please skip to the next post. I don't want to make you sick! If you're a parent, chances are you're over it, so read on...

When it comes to parenting, Hubby and I have lots in common. All the important things. However, one of the places we differ is in the treatment of sick children. Specifically, children who are vomiting, or who are about to vomit. For instance...

Not long ago, one of our young children was about to be sick. She's not old enough to go into the bathroom and take care of it herself, but there was no doubt about what was going to happen.

Sensing the imminent upchuck, Hubby jumped backwards, with a graceful agility I did not know he possessed. He nailed the move, and landed safely outside the splatter zone.

In the same second, I -- almost without thinking -- lunged toward my daughter. I got my hands cupped under her pale face just in time, and caught the mess! Yes, in my bare hands. I'm a mom. I've been a mom long enough to know it's much easier to wash my hands, arms, and/or shirt, than to scrub the sofa, floor, and/or carpet!

Once things were cleaned up and under control, I pointed out the difference in our reactions to my husband. I asked him why he jumped out of the way, leaving me to jump in. He said, "I don't know. It's just a reflex, I guess. And you're a vomit magnet."

"Vomit magnet." Next time I'm revising my Mom resume, I'll have to add that to my list of talents and responsibilities. Head Cook, Nurse, Chauffeur, Tutor, Vomit Magnet. Yeah, that's impressive. :-)

Okay, I know I don't usually write about politics here, but I couldn't pass this one up. Check this out! How perfect is this Mario - Luigi Campaign Tee for a Nintendo-loving geek like me?

Here's part of the endorsement statement from the pundits at ThinkGeek:

We wanted to introduce you to our favorite candidates in the running for the '08 election: Mario and Luigi Giordano. They own a local pizza joint where everything's homemade, just like in momma Italy. Face it. Almost all America's problems can be solved with a generous application of mozzarella. And pepperoni. And especially mushrooms.

Some Sundays, there's nothing funny in the comics section of the newspaper. Yes, I admit that I care more about the comics and the Target advertisement than the rest of the paper.

Today was a rare exception, however, with three good ones! My favorites were Baby Blues, Opus, and FoxTrot. Click on the thumbnail to see the FoxTrot strip. I love it because I played the cello in school, I LOVE chamber music, and I think the notion of Chamber Music Hero is hilarious! Seriously, that would be right up my alley!