Back to School 2026
Welp. It's the end of an era. The last first day of hugh school for the Howerton clan as Karis marches towards senior year. I'm excited to watch her experience all of the milestones of her last year of high school, but also a little emotional as well. The following week the college kids had their first day of sophomore and senior year. We moved India back to Claremont this weekend in a sweltering heat wave. This year was less emotional as I said goodbye to her surrounded by . . .
Women’s Gift Guide 2023
Unboxme Tea Gift Box: This comes with fluffy socks, a muge, Cedarwood Chai tea, a mini honey jar, and cinnamon sticks Kitsch Microfiber Hair Towel Wrap for Women: I have this and love it for drying my hair faster without the bulk of a wet towel. 3 pcs Aromatherapy Scented Candles - Just Breathe: This is a really pretty boxed set with Rose + Bergamot, Sea Salt + Sage, and Lavender + Eucalyptus. Michael Todd Beauty - Sonicsmooth - Dermaplaning Tool: This little device is like . . .
IS MOTHERHOOD THE HARDEST JOB IN THE WORLD? | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM APRIL 2012.
ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM APRIL 2012. Last month P&G asked if I wanted to be a part of a their Thank You Mom campaign for the 2012 Olympic Games. I don’t do a lot of sponsored content on my blog, but being a part of a series whose main goal is to honor moms? I’m all about that. P&G wanted create a movement that recognizes motherhood as the hardest, but, best job, in the world. It’s a bit ironic, given the recent news coverage of Hilary Rosen’s comment . . .
Wednesday’s Child: 14-year-old Adrian seeking forever family
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 . . .
YOU CAN PUT YOUR HATE MAIL RIGHT HERE | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM APRIL 2012.
ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM APRIL 2012. I was featured on a segment of Fox and Friends this morning, and I’ve been getting lots of colorful comments on random posts throughout my blog from people who don’t agree with what I had to say. I thought I’d offer a place for people who are visiting and want to discuss things further, so that I’m not getting comments like, “You are a liberal scumbag” under a post about my child losing a tooth. I was a part of a panel of . . .
Wednesday’s Child: 16-year-old David wants a home where a family loves and supports him
\ 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 . . .
IPHONE PHOTO DUMP | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM APRIL 2012.
ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM APRIL 2012. APRIL 2, 2012 Last week was open house at the kids’ preschool, and I left all inspired to turn my home into a virtual Montessori setting. I went to a teacher supply store the next day. As it turns out, Montessori equipment is ridiculously expensive. I decided I would pay for their college instead. But I did get this little letter puzzle and flashcards that they are enjoying.India’s favorite activity is to play . . .
Wednesday’s Child: A new home for Josh
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 . . .
Life Lately
An international Thanksgiving with a welcoming group of expats and locals in Valencia. We showed up as strangers but left as friends, and we might have gotten a heavy press to move to Valencia. I can’t blame their passion. It’s beautiful here. Thank you @hi_vlc_expats_in_spain for an amazing night. If you pour soda and ice into red wine at home, it’s trashy. If it’s called Tinto de Verano at a restaurant in Barcelona, it’s fancy. I don’t make the rules. I got to visit these two cuties at . . .
REQUIRED READING ON THE KILLING OF TRAYVON MARTIN | On THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MARCH 2012.
On THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MARCH 2012. Several weeks ago, I linked to the news story of Trayvon Martin in a post I wrote about racial ascriptions vs. descriptions. I was shocked by the story, but I tried to temper my outrage until I learned more. Honestly, a part of me didn’t mention it again because I was sincerely hoping that somehow details would emerge that would prove that there was more to the story than a neighborhood vigilante who thought that a black teen . . .
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