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Wednesday’s Child: Ladannien

May 4, 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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· Adoption, Fostercare, parenting

Life Lately

May 2, 2022

First conference in over two years! I took for granted this community of women that I would gather with several times a year at various events and conferences. It was good to be back. @mom2summit   Yesterday I had the chance to speak about mental health, kids, and social media alongside Frances Haugen (Facebook’s whistleblower), Dr. Shapiro from AltaMed and Dalia Hashad, the badass behind advocacy group @parentstogether. I don’t think it’s a secret that social media has very adverse . . .

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Friday Finds

April 29, 2022

Brown & Black Geometric Handwoven Basket - Set of Two Burnt Orange Seagrass Wall Décor  Rattan Round Pendant Lamp  Matte Black Candle Holders Set of Three  Beige & Brown Round Woven Tapestry Wall Décor | Patricia Pinto Tropical Palms Wall Art  Black Elisio Adjustable Pendant Light Rattan Bookcase Peace-Fingers Hand Handwoven Rattan Side Chair  Stoneware Taper Candle Holders, Set of 3 Gold Double Frame Mirror  . . .

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BLOGGING WITH MICROSOFT LIVE WRITER | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM SEPTEMBER 2011.

April 28, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM SEPTEMBER 2011. A couple weeks ago I gave a little tutorial on how I blog from my iphone.  I thought I would also share on of my favorite tools for blogging from the computer: Windows Live Writer (WLW).  I am always amazed when I talk to bloggers who write their post within the native Blogger or WordPress interface, because Windows Live Writer is just makes the whole process so much easier. Windows Live Writer is a blog publishing . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Jade

April 27, 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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· Adoption, Fostercare

Friday Finds

April 22, 2022

Live Love Local Market Tote  Tranquil Ecology Salad Plate - Set of Four Reusable Beeswax Food Wrap Gift Set  An Almost Zero Waste Life Hardcover Natural Scrub Brush Set  SuperBee Handcrafted Coconut Bowl  Global Crafts Extra Large Market Basket  Navy & Green Superbloom Mango Wood Shallow Bowl Yellow Rainbows Snack Bag Set Heather Charcoal Love Earth Relaxed-Fit Tee Reusable Grocery Shopping Bags  Eco Pens . . .

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FIRST DAY OF FIRST GRADE | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM SEPTEMBER 2011.

April 21, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM SEPTEMBER 2011. Jafta had his first day of first grade today.  I guess I’m supposed to be all weepy and sentimal about it, but honestly?  I’m pretty happy that the school year is starting.  This was a tough summer and I’m excited that I’ll get a little quiet time in the mornings to work, and then be able to pick up the kids refreshed and ready to hang. It was also Kembe’s first day at Montessori, and let me tell you, we made quite an . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: 16-year-old Damien

April 20, 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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· Adoption, Fostercare

Life Lately

April 18, 2022

SoCal dad starter pack: 1. Billabong/Quiksilver board shorts purchased at a local warehouse sale 2. Tommy Bahama beach chair from Costco 3. Reef flip-flops 4. A sense of urgency that propels you to walk 10 feet in front of the rest of the group at all times. Easter fun with @chadmarkley, @sarahfordgoodfellow and @blakegoodfellow View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton . . .

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Friday Finds

April 15, 2022

Topanga Tan Dot Jaid Small Leather Convertible Crossbody Bag Cream Mama Boyfriend Tee  Brown & White Leopard Peaceful Sandal Lavender Essential Oil Scented Aromatherapy Shower Bombs Glossier Seamless Cheek Color Variety Pack of Face Masks  Mara Hoffman Women's Agnella Dress Dusty Sand Faye Canvas Convertible Backpack Madewell Brown Joy Wavy-Strap Leather Sandal Heather Forest Happy Mama Boyfriend Tee Stacked Birthstone Ring  Happiness Scented Candle  . . .

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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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