My friend and driving buddy for TypeAMom Conference, Holly, wrote about her dismay over little girl clothes and Halloween costumes here. As the mom of two girls, I have fought the good fight against my girls wearing clothing and costumes that I deem to…
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Rain, Rain, and More Rain
A rainy day is a good day for: 1. Staying in bed. 2. Getting projects completed. I’m leaning towards 1. but must do 2., since I slept the sleep of the dead last night. I even snoozed after getting the…
Book Author Discussion: Simplicity Parenting in Bethesda, Md
I saw this over at DCMetroMoms courtesy of @SueWag — thought you might be interested. What: Book Author Discussion onSimplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids Who: Kim John Payne will give a…
Review & Giveaway: Sabra
Hummus is mmmmm. For me hummus is comfort food. I don’t eat it often, but when I do eat it is yummy. When we have a gathering, a dish of hummus and pita bread is a must. Hummus can be…
Review & Giveaway: Yoplait Healthy Pack
Hectic is the way we roll. Rush to get up. Rush to get the school bus. Rush to make lunches. Rush to get work done before kids get home from shcool. And then there is the afternoon rush of…
I’m Ready to Cry Uncle and a Giveaway (Clorox Green Works)
It’s official! I’m ready to give up on my house. I’m not sure what was the trigger. Some possible suspects: – the 100 or so unmatched but clean socks – ditto for underwear – the perpetual toothpaste stains in the…
National Tween Summit
I have so much to post about our experience at the National Tween Summit at the Capitol Hilton in D.C.. Can’t write a full post just yet, but here’s the key points: – My girls had a fabulous time at…
Review: 30 Family Party Great Games: Outdoor Fun for wii
Did you know I’m reviewing games and other electronic gadgets for TheOnlineMom?I don’t think of myself as particularly techie. I wouldn’t be much help in rewiring a house or fixing an electronic device. But , I can give you — …
Posted from the Wilds of 6th Grade Outdoor Education Camp
#Stuckatoutdoored Realizing that I can post from my phone. This could be dangerous! Outdoor ed camp is proving to be not as bad as previously thought. Loving watching my shy daughtteer interact w friends. Poetry…simile charades up next…
Help! My Kids Are Overscheduled!
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again…my kids are overscheduled. How did this situation happen? Why did I let it happen? Is it too late to do anything about it? The straight answer is that we are in…
