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Wednesday’s Child: Susan, 18

January 11, 2023

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: 2023 Planners

January 6, 2023

Jewel Tone Jungle Big 12-Month Planner | Zulily Smell The Flowers 2-Year 2023-2024 Small Monthly Pocket Planner  Gold Large Stripe Magnetic Weekly Meal Planner Notepad  'Today's Plan' Notepad  The Happy Planner Recovery Classic 12-Month Planner  Whimsical Doodles Skinny Classic 12-Month Planner  Blue Sky 2023 Weekly and Monthly Planner Happy Planner Whimsical Doodles Big 12-Month Planner Retro Classic 12-Month Planner Think Pink Classic Notebook  2023 Planner/Pocket . . .

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YOU DON’T NEED TO ADOPT TO CARE FOR ORPHANS | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2011.

January 5, 2023

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2011.   ’m doing a tv appearance this morning – Mark and I will be on The 700 Club bright and early.  They invited me to talk about adoption, and as such I wanted to re-post some resources in case people come by looking for more information. I’ve written pretty passionately about the global orphan situation recently, and several people have asked: “What can I do if I’m not in a position to adopt?” Adoption is not for . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Meet Zion

January 4, 2023

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

January 2, 2023

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) The kids are thrifting. We gave them a list of places and tucked into a cozy bar. Parenting win. Days 3 and 4: exploring Harlem, parks and MoMA, soul food and . . .

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Friday Finds: Wet Weather Gear

December 30, 2022

Gold Floral Wellibob Short-Height Rain Boot Clear & Pink Polka Dot Pocket Raindance Rain Coat - Girls Waterproof Vinyl Bucket Rain Hat .Polka Dot  Men's Deck Boots  Yellow Pointer Dog Golightly Waterproof Rain Jacket Joules Navy & Blue Dinosaur Skipper Rain Coat Navy Lightning Skipper Zip-Up Raincoat Black Glossy Wellibob Short Rain Boot Rain Poncho Jacket  Boys Girls Insulated Waterproof Winter Snow Boots Mens Rain Jacket Waterproof with Hood  Yellow . . .

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WHAT TWITTER IS FOR | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2011.

December 29, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2011. I was hanging out with some friends the other night . . . friends who (gasp) are not on twitter.  They were asking me what the point was – and their questions were valid.  Is it just where people tell what their having for dinner?  Yes.  Is it an ADD platform for narcissism?  Yes.  Is it a pointless way to waste time bantering with people you don’t really know? Yes.  It’s all of those things. But there is a little more to it, . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: 15-year-old Van’Naiaya

December 28, 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: Heated Finds

December 23, 2022

Blue & Yellow Donut-Shaped USB Mug Warmer  Aromatherapy Microwaveable Bootie Wraps Brown USB Heating Pad  Black Electric Heated Vest Heated Blanket Electric Blanket Throw  White USB-Powered Heated Scarf  PureRelief™ Deluxe Foot Warmer  Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug Brown USB-Heated Shawl  Khaki Plush USB-Heated Fingerless Gloves  Sonoma Lavender Spa Heat Wrap for Neck Travel Kettle Electric Small Stainless Steel . . .

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WORKING MOMS AND NARROW MARGINS | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2011.

December 22, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2011.   As a working mom, there is very little (if any) room for error or variation from the norm.  I already have more on my plate than is probably realistic with four children – I work as a college professor, I write for a number of websites, and I edit and manage a staff of writers for another.  If everything worked out exactly as planned in any given day, I still probably wouldn’t have enough time to do everything, but I . . .

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Writer. Lapsed psychotherapist. Fan of awkward talks about race & religion. ​Social justice advocate. ​S​​killed catastrophizer. ​Travel enthusiast. ​Could probably beat you in a showtunes sing-off. [READ MORE]

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