Oprah has a famous phrase…OK, she has a few of them. The one I’m thinking about is “What I know for sure”. That’s the one that sticks with me. This question was presented to me in a writer’s workshop some time ago and I always meant to address it. No time like the present, right? […] Read more…
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5 Step Mommy Makeover
There are many days that I feel like “blech”, “meh” and even a few “ugh”. The reasons vary. Whether it’s a teething baby making for a tired mommy or a bloated tummy, I certainly have my share of “one of those days”. Unfortunately, it shows on my face. I have been employing a few tricks […] Read more…
It’s A Date
This weekend I had the most perfect date. I was hanging out with a dreamy guy and it was heavenly. It was a hot day so we decided to go to the park. We walked around and did a little people watching. That’s always fun. There’s a pond at the park and we hung around […] Read more…
40 before 40 No. 5
I’ve never fancied myself a dynamo in the kitchen. Don’t get me wrong, I cook. My cooking is more out of necessity. We have to eat so, I have to cook. I’ve never been a cook for fun kind of girl. I don’t get into baking either. I know what you’re thinking… “somebody married you?”, […] Read more…
A Mother’s Wisdom
My mom has always really loved kids. She’s known for nurturing other people’s children when there’s a need. I once had a best friend in middle school who lived with us for a while because he household was abusive. She lived right around the corner but her parents were just fine with her staying with […] Read more…
When I Knew…
When I dropped him off at day care and felt like I’d left my heart behind. When I handed him over to a teacher at day care so she could get to know him. He looked at me with concerned eyes and I wanted to take him and run. When I stare at him while […] Read more…
The Royal Takeover
I am BEYOND over it! I am so looking forward to tomorrow for a few reasons. First, it’s the weekend! Second, this annoying royal wedding will be over!!!! I could live my whole life without ever having to hear another thing about Kate Middleton and Prince Whatshisface. I know I’m kind of a Grinch about […] Read more…
What’s in a Name
Courage is a crazy thing. We have to pull it out of nowhere all the time. When you’re doing a presentation at work, when you have to dive into the river to save your pet – that my friends, is courage. In the prompt this week one of the options was to have the courage […] Read more…
Meal Plan?
Up until now, my mean plan has been that I plan to have a meal. Apparently, I need to get with the mommy program and get to planning my grub. It seems every one I know and every blog I read has a meal plan. I seem to have the hardest time trying to implement […] Read more…
Keep It To Yourself
Since having my bambino, I have encountered more than my fair share of negativity. You know the kind when people ask about your baby and you respond with loving words about how your little one is the best thing ever. All normal and great. Then there’s the response. It usually starts with, “yeah, you say […] Read more…
