I recently came across this picture of Jennifer Aniston. Dzang! Look at those legs. I immediately thought of my empty vision board and ripped it out and put it up there as a reminder to go to the gym so I can have legs like that. This is pretty much impossible since her legs are […]
Unexplained Acts of Stupidity
Well, I don’t know why I make things hard for myself, but sometimes I do. It’s sort of sad that this list is growing, but the facts are the facts. Here are two more unexplained acts of stupidity. #1 – I leave landmines in the hallway (and sometimes the bathroom). You know when you turn […]
Can You Guess What We Were Doing?
It was warm, but rainy. In fact, rain pelted our car during the hour-long drive to the launch site, making us question the wisdom of our plan. But we were determined to go anyway. It might be raining, but we were wearing bathing suits. Also, more importantly, we had sitters. My little sister and her […]
My First Anywhere Chair — Recycled
My daughter outgrew her My First Anywhere Chair just in time for my nephew to grow into it. So, I ordered a new slip cover with his name on it. Voilà–a perfect gift for his first birthday. My sister didn’t mind the recycled foam insert and it’s a nicer gift that I could otherwise afford […]
What to Buy Organic
I have been trying to make a shift to more healthy meals (sincere apologies to my dear friends Butter and Sour Cream). Not only do I need to be cooking and eating better food for myself and my family, but I also am concerned about the pesticides and hormones in our food. So I am trying to […]
Quick and Easy Dinner
I am not very interested in cooking, but I am very interested in eating. So, I cook to eat (and to feed the fam). Since I am so lazy strategic, I am always looking for something quick and easy to make for dinner. Usually, I just throw potatoes in the oven while my husband grills […]
Did You Know There Are Food Triggers for Eczema?
If you’re a mom, you are probably familiar with eczema (thick dry patches of skin). Eczema is pretty common among little kids. In fact, my son has it on his ankles and the tops of his feet. I have used a variety of ointments from Vaseline to Aveeno, but the most effective measure for us […]
Back to School Tip: Days of the Week Clothing Organizer
I don’t know about you, but getting out the door in the morning for us can go from smooth to hairy in a nanosecond with the opening of a closet door. It seems my daughter always wants to wear the velvet Christmas dress when it’s 95° or a sun dress when it’s winter. It’ much better if the clothing decisions have […]
Back to the Future! What Would You Say to Your Younger Self?
I was in a dressing room at TJ Maxx. I looked in the mirror and thought: Hey, is that Texas? Oh… No, that’s just my butt. No wonder these pants don’t fit! I got to thinking about how I used to look and the “problem areas” I thought I had. It made me think about what I would […]
Pilgrimage to a Design Mecca
I was working on my first free-lance newspaper article called Old Things, New Use. Part of the research included an interview at the home of interior designer Todd Richesin. My “don’t screw-up…don’t screw-up” mantra faded away as I drove up to a beautifully appointed French-style house. Looking over at the passenger seat, I took stock of the things […]
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- “Sweetheart, please don't throw yogurt at kitty.” Like saying this would actually STOP her... - Anissa, Chicago, IL
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– Sydney (3) Maryville, TN
- My husband has my babies all by himself this week. When I was leaving town today, I asked Walker if he thought they would be ok . He said, "Of course, Mama. You left us food and I have a light saber."
-- Walker (5) Tupelo, MS
- "You are really annoying, and it is NOT opposite day."
-- Bryce (6) to Reed (8) Eagain, MN
- "Mom: Do you think you can be good at school the rest of the week – it’s only two more days…
Son: I’m not sure… “I can’t tell the future and I don’t have a working time machine.”
– Ethan (6) Milwaukee, MI