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Wednesday’s Child: Anthony

May 9, 2018

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

May 7, 2018

Chilling in the cabana while the kids ride the waterslides. This is my kinda vacation. @greatwolflodge#genzss18 Fun at the #genzss18social media summit for kids. If you have kids engaged on Instagram or YouTube@genzsocialsummit is a great way for them to learn good practices. When you show up at your next conference rocking swag from the last one. #genzss18 #mom2summit @dove Okay real talk: @tayediggsinsta was way more interested in India . . .

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Friday Finds: Eco-friendly Products

May 5, 2018

1. EuroSac Natural Cotton String Bag 2. Cotton Craft - 100% Pure Natural Eco-Friendly Jute Rug  3. Leafily Palm Leaf Plates - 7 inch Round - Heavy Duty - Elegant - 100% Compostable  4. Ajna Organic Jute Yoga Mat  5. Premium Cooking Utensils Set - 100% Eco-friendly Silicone 6. Natural Bamboo Toothbrush Individually Numbered  7. Gwell Cactus Anti Bacterial Shower Curtain Sets with Hooks  8. Blue Sage Organics Storage . . .

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· Products, Style

WASHCLOTHS VS. LOOFAHS VS. POUFS: A SUDSING-UP SHOWDOWN | SELFIE, EPISODE 32

May 4, 2018

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio We have a heated debate about washcloths, Kristen tries to convert the world to shower wands, and Sarah shares about how she’s trying to break up with her phone. Be sure to join us over at our facebook page where this, and many other conversations, are inspired. In this episode: The How to Break Up With Your Phone book An easy replaceable rainfall shower head WITH A DETACHABLE . . .

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· Self Care, Selfie Podcast

Thanksgiving in Haiti

May 3, 2018

On Thursday's I post from the vault. This post is from November 2007. I’ve been wanting to share pictures and stories from our Haiti trip and I’m just now getting the chance to sit down and process it. We had such an amazing trip. I was feeling apprehensive about leaving India, about taking Jafta, about traveling to a crazy, volatile country, but it ended up being such a good experience for all of us. Entering the country of Haiti is always an experience. The airport is just a small room, . . .

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· Adoption, Family

Wednesday’s Child: Annaka

May 2, 2018

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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· Fostercare

Porn is killing my marriage.

May 1, 2018

What I Want You to Know is a series of reader submissions. It is an attempt to allow people to tell their personal stories, in the hopes of bringing greater compassion to the unique issues each of us face. If you would like to submit a story to this series, click here. Today’s guest post is by Anonymous. Photo by: Tina Rataj-Berard  My step-dad came to lay down next to me one night and turned on porn. I didn't know it was called porn, and I didn't yet have boobs of my . . .

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· Relationships, What I Want You To Know

Life Lately

April 30, 2018

Taking in Infinity Wars* at the Newport Beach Film Festival. . *Infinity Wars is not an official selection or in any way associated with the Newport Beach Film Festival. **If you look closely India is smiling through her tears. Spoiler alert: it was kind of a downer. A fun party with friends for this girl yesterday! #oldheadshotday #revlontoastofnewyork Why yes I did put a nannycam INSIDE the fridge to keep the kids from licking the cake before today’s . . .

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· Life Lately

Friday Finds: Mother’s Day Gift Guide

April 28, 2018

1. SPF 30 Sunscreen Stick Vanilla | New Heights Naturals  2. The Flavor Seeker Hampton Salts  3. BUBS NATURALS | Collagen Peptides and proteins | Grass-fed  4. myCharge HubPlus 6700mAh portable battery charger 5. Beauty Routine Discovery Set -Skin Firming | Vegan Skincare 6. Rehab Game - A Family's Release  7. BoilingBeeper™ floats in the pot & beeps when it's hot 8. Glow15: A Science-Based Plan to Lose . . .

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· Gift Guides, Style

THE STARBUCKS DEBACLE: RACIAL BIAS AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT: SELFIE, EPISODE 31

April 27, 2018

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio Is racial bias a real thing? We talk about the recent episode where two black men are arrested at Starbucks for waiting to buy their drinks until a friend showed up. We also interview Leroy Barber, a racial justice activist and author, about how we can respond to racial bias. In this episode: Cover Your Gray spray Sseko caftans Ohm’s Fit and Fierce over 40 yoga program Plackers Orthopick . . .

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· Race, Self Care, Selfie Podcast

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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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