I was raised by a single mom. I remember there was a Thanksgiving where we would not have had anything except for the generosity of an anonymous church member. The church clerk gave my mom a check that would cover Thanksgiving and then leave a good deal to Christmas shop. It was a blessing that I continue to remember into my …
What to exercise in the new year…
Out with the old and in with the new or so they say! I know exercising is a big one. You might be thinking ‘here we go again’ but no, keep reading! But there are so many people who aren’t like this. And what do you exercise if you don’t want to hit the running machine or the rower? Below …
Middle of the night run…
Well…we tried. We tried and failed. A phone call at 1:02 am made that abundantly clear. What was this epic fail I speak of? Little Girls first sleepover. Starting from the moment she woke up. “What time is L coming?” “How many more hours until L comes?” All day. Overnight bag packed. Sleeping bag rolled up. Both sitting by the …
Traffic Jam Linky #171
WELCOME TO TRAFFIC JAM WEEKEND LINKY PARTY #171! Show us your old posts and more on Traffic Jam Weekend! Come on in to link up, share, and learn something with us. #trafficjamweekend For any newcomers to Traffic Jam Weekend, this weekly linky party is all about linking up your old posts so you can get some new comments and traffic. …
The witching hour…
The witching hour… I have done it. After three plus years of doing the school run, I have finally tackled the school run witching hour. It begins the moment you hear the click in the back seat… You pick up your smiling child, perhaps hot and sweaty child, grab their gear from school and head to the vehicle. Shouts of …
Twas the day before break…
Twas the day before break… Twas the day before break and all through the class, not a student was learning, that time has passed. The teacher was stressed, so much to do. Her entire room covered in red glitter and glue. The students excited, break plans in their head. Working on a sugar rush from being happily fed. Desks to …
Traffic Jam Linky #170
WELCOME TO TRAFFIC JAM WEEKEND LINKY PARTY #170! Show us your old posts and more on Traffic Jam Weekend! Come on in to link up, share, and learn something with us. #trafficjamweekend For any newcomers to Traffic Jam Weekend, this weekly linky party is all about linking up your old posts so you can get some new comments and traffic. …
Weighted blankets…
Weighted Blankets A few months ago I decided to get Little Girl a weighted blanket. She would pop up and down for a solid hour after tuck in. Back and forth my husband and I would go. Sleep has always been an issue with her so I knew I had to get something that would help and a weighted blanket …
Laughter…
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Punishment fit the crime…
I saw a news article this past week about a father and the punishment he gave his daughter. His daughter was kicked off the school bus for the second time for being a bully. She lost the ability to ride the bus to school. What did dad do? He made her walk. In his defense, he was driving behind her to …