Emergency Toolkit

Dear Meg,

We've noticed that you've been a bit...off-colour lately.  In spite of all your attempts to stay positive, you've had a really cranky couple of days.  We're here to help.  Here's a compilation of things to try next time you feel homicidal:

1. Smudge.  Get out your incense, get out a lighter, and smudge that house!  If you have no incense, try strategically placed candles.

2. Separate Heaven and Earth.  Do all that lovely energy medicine stuff.  It'll help.

3. Take a couple of deep breaths before you, say, slam that door or throw your son's crayons across the room (what the heck was that all about anyway?  What are you, 2?)

4. Put on some music and DANCE, for crying out loud.

5. Wash your hair.  You can do this in the sink even with a toddler underfoot!

6.  Stop trying to multitask and commit to actually PLAYING for 20 minutes.  Little Bear will be happier and YOU will be happier because you won't be trying to get other stuff done.

7. Check your caffeine levels.  When was your last mug of tea?

8. Take a nap with Little Bear.

9.  Bundle yourselves up and go for a walk.

10.  Turn on the TV.  This is why you avoid it most of the time...so it's available guilt-free when you really REALLY need it.

See...that wasn't so bad, was it?  Keep in mind you can also call your mom or your friends and vent if you need to.  You are not alone.