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THE SEVEN STAGES OF PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCE PANIC | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011.

July 7, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011.   Jafta had his first parent-teacher conference of first grade this week.  The teacher planned the conference pretty far in advance, so it was nearly a month ago that she sent home the schedule with the tentative times for the conference.  I noticed pretty quickly that while every kid in the class appeared to be schedule for a 30 minute conference, it appeared that the time slot directly after Jafta’s conference . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Meet Gabe

July 6, 2022

  Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information . . .

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Friday Finds

July 1, 2022

Orange & Green Contrast Color Block Triangle Drop Earrings Sterling Silver Ball Stud Earrings Light Blue & Copper Floral Moon & Star Drop Earrings Yellow & Pink Long Pin Drop Earrings Laura Earrings, Orange/Nude 14k Gold Ball Stud Earrings & Cubic Zirconia Stud Earrings  Bianca Earrings, Coral Red 14k Gold-Plated Hoop Earrings Set Blue & White Geometric Stud Earrings  Sterling Silver Oval Huggie Drop Earrings  Moonstone & Tri-Tone Halo . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Two siblings separated for 3 years are hoping a family adopts them – together

June 29, 2022

Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .

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Life Lately

June 27, 2022

A sweet ending to our trip in Paris (where we met up with my boyfriend and his daughter). We had an amazing time but are ready to head home tomorrow and wear clothes we purchased on purpose! Still no luggage.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton)   View this post on . . .

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Friday Finds: Sunglasses

June 24, 2022

  FlowerHorse Tortoise Square Sunglasses  Gray Oversize Square Sunglasses Classic Round Sunglasses  JIMMY CHOO Azure & Gray Gradient Cat-Eye Sunglasses  4 Pieces Retro Sunglasses  Bottega Veneta Women's New Entry Cat Eye Sunglasses Chloé Gray Gradient & Black Size Pic Sunglasses Gucci Black & Gold Stripe Round Sunglasses Givenchy Goldtone & Dark Gray Gradient Oval Sunglasses Oversized Square Horn Sunglasses  Ray-Ban RB2201 Laramie Square . . .

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RAISING MONEY FOR CHARITY: WATER I ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011. | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011.

June 23, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011.   Recently I’ve been reading Claire Ortiz’s new book called Twitter for Good, which is full of stories about how twitter has impacted the world.  I know a lot of people view social media as a trivial distraction.  Some might even think it’s an exercise in narcissism.  I get that.  Sometimes it is.  But sometimes, social media can be used to do amazing things.In my own life, I’ve seen social media used as a medium . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Damien

June 22, 2022

Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .

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Life Lately

June 20, 2022

Another family from the kids’ school is traveling Europe this week as well. The mom and I schemed a surprise to have the kids “run into each other” at dinner. It was the perfect timing for my kids to have a non-sibling to chat with. A dinner and a last sunset swim wrapped up our time here. On to Rome! Happy Father’s Day to Wayne Lowen, my dad and this family’s patron saint of the travel bug we all share. He humored me when, at 16, I said that for my birthday I wanted to fly to Haiti and visit . . .

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Friday Finds: Summer Fun

June 17, 2022

Navy & Light Blue 4-in-1 Hammock Float Set  Giant Yard Dice Set  Paint & Plant Flower Growing Kit  Blue & White Brolly Sun Shelter Cuisinart White Mix It In Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker  Six-Player Croquet Set Swimline Splash Volleyball Set Splash Pad for Toddlers Igloo White Self-Cleaning Ice Maker  Scavenger Hunt Game for Kids Intex Gold Glitter Mega Chill Inflatable Pool Cooler 25 Pieces Beach Sand Toys Set with Mesh Bag     . . .

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Hi, I’m Kristen. I’m a mom of four kids via birth and adoption and a writer living in Southern California. Read More.

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