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TEAM SKATER NO MORE, AND AN UPDATE ON THE HELP (OURS, NOT THE MOVIE) | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM AUGUST 2011.

March 24, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM AUGUST 2011. First of all, might I say a big THANK YOU for all of the advice and feedback you gave me over our childcare issues, and the skateboarding thing.  It was tremendously helpful and really did give me a lot of clarity. The boys have finished out their week in skate camp, but I’ve decided that we are going to hold off on skating as a hobby for now.  I know, I know.  Many of you opined about how kids should be able to choose . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: 11-year-old Matthew

March 23, 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

March 21, 2022

India killed it (get it?!) playing a dead ancestor in Addams Family this weekend. First school musical since 2019! There was a lot of disappointment and a lot of creative pivoting by the school to give them online performance opportunities over the past two years. But it was so good to see her back onstage with her friends in-person. View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton . . .

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Friday Finds: Mugs

March 18, 2022

Orange Be a Good Human Glaze Mug Large Stoneware Coffee Mug Set of 2 Orange Geometric Grateful Mug Green & Yellow Grow with the Flow Mug  Handmade Wooden Mug  Marbling Ceramic Coffee Mug Coffee Cup with Lid and Coffee Spoon White & Green Foliage Mug Geometry Red Stoneware Mug  Ceramic Mug w/ Protective Silicone Sleeve, Terrazzo Cream Seafoam Terrain Mug Seashore Seahorse 12-Oz. Mug . . .

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YOU JUST CAN’T GET GOOD HELP THESE DAYS | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM AUGUST 2011.

March 17, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM AUGUST 2011.   Warning: whining about first-world problems to follow.Finding consistent childcare has become increasingly more difficult with four children.  It’s not that they are hard kids.  They are really pretty typical  It’s just that collectively . . . four kids are really hard.  Care in point: our nanny just quit.  Again. I should caveat right now and say that we have some occasional babysitters that we absolutely adore.  . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Meet the four-pack of siblings looking for a forever family together

March 16, 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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Friday Finds: Macrame

March 11, 2022

Boho Wall Decor Gold Metal Wall Art 2 Pieces  Tassel Macrame Woven Seagrass Belly Basket  White Macrame Hammock Seat Swing Wrapped-Handle Macrame Tote Rust Macramé Callisto Leather Sandal Throw Pillow Covers Macrame Pouf  Three Tier Hanging Basket  Macrame Hanging Wall Mirror with Boho Fringe Macrame Storage Baskets Leaf Macrame Curtain Holdback - Set of Two Macrame Magazine Rack  . . .

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NAKED PHOTOS FOR ANIMALS, QUINOA, AND NON-TEEN PREGNANCIES | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM AUGUST 2011.

March 10, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM AUGUST 2011. I’ve got some new posts up around the internets.  Here’s a little pimping: On MamaPop, I talk about Hilary Duff’s recently pregnancy announcement, and the fact that I felt all sad for her being a teenager until I read that she IS IN HER TWENTIES AND MARRIED.  And then, as a public service, I give a little primer on other pop starts that I still think of as teens who are now all grown up.  And then I go back to watching CNN. . . .

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Wednesday’s Child, 15-year-old Christian

March 9, 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: Modern Kids Room

March 4, 2022

KidKraft Mid-Century Kid Toy Box  Natural & White Sweed Valley Pouf  Tan Piperton Nine-Cube Organizer  Kids Mid-Century Modern Style Table Set 6-Cubby Kids Bookcase w/Cushioned Reading Nook White Blariden Shelf Accent Table  Twin Tent Bedframe  Black & Cream Brookway Accent Table White & Brown One-Drawer Piperton Nightstand  Black Flannibrook Full House Bed Frame  White and Exotic Light Wood Bebble Twin Modern Bunk Beds  Desk & Bench Set  . . .

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