I am fortunate to feel happy with the life that The Texan and I are creating together. Our journey started in Florida, moved us to Boston, and to our current home on Cape Cod. We have a beautiful, healthy, funny, smart, and imaginative child. This week, my thoughts have drifted to those impacted by Hurricane Sandy. When I think of those people, I am even more thankful for my life. I do not want ...
When Parents Use Drugs, Kids Are Put In Harm’s Way
When Parents Use Drugs, Kids Are Put In Harm’s Way Addicts are often told they have a “disease” or genetic predisposition to substance abuse. While this is merely theoretical and debatable at best, the effects of drug abuse are not worth the crutch of this justification. This is especially true in the case of parents who use drugs. Parental drug abuse puts more kids in harm’s way, leading to ...
4 Gifts Changing the Way You Gift – Wants {week 1}
Last week, I told you about a great blog series to help make your christmas shopping a bit easier. And, especially easier on your wallet! the 4 gifts -something they want -something they need -something they’ll wear -something they’ll read Week 1 is here and we're all sharing our "want" list. Keep in mind, that it doesn't have to be what you want, your list can be comprised of things that ...
Your hair looks nice today Mom!
Being a mother comes with its rewards. These rewards are not monetary, cannot be redeemed for free coffee or a cute top, but are measured in words. As I was rubbing the sleep out of my eyes on this cold day, The Boy looked at me and said "Your hair looks nice today, Mom!" It's comforting to know that my son thinks I look nice after an evening of restless slumber. That's makes the long day ...
10 Free Holiday Cards from Tiny Prints
Beginning right now through next Tuesday, November 13 at 11:59pm PT, anyone, Republicans, Democrats, Independents, even Yankees fans, can get 10 Free Holiday cards from Tiny Prints! ...
Show off your handmade projects at Whip It Up Wednesday!
Welcome to this week's edition of Whip It Up Wednesday! I really enjoy seeing all of your handmade projects - there is so much inspiration out there! Keep in mind that a handmade project is either homemade or made by hand - not something you've purchased. It includes recipes, paper crafts, sewing projects, decorating ideas, photography, furniture transformations and much, much more! This handmade ...