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The filter is off || On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from January 2009.

February 7, 2019

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from January 2009 So for those of you who leave comments, you may notice that as of last week, I took the "comment moderation" feature off. I put in on about a year ago, because I had gotten some nasty comments and felt like I needed to edit them. Most of the comments were from anonymous people and were negative about the fact that we are adopting transracially. There were comments like, "are you adopting Black children because it's trendy?", . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Destiny

February 6, 2019

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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The Kondō Craze: The Pros and Cons of the KonMari Method of Tidying Up | Selfie Episode 68

February 4, 2019

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio From her bestselling book to the new Netflix show, Marie Kondō’s methods for decluttering have swept the nation . . . but they’ve also received some criticism. We are talking about the pros and cons of the KonMari Method, what we’ve tried and what has challenged us, and why we think you should read the book anyway. Kristen also talks about getting the “vampire facial” (microneedling with PRP) at Cosmeticare and Sarah . . .

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Life Lately

February 4, 2019

Some of the cute classroom valentines my kids picked from @minted, as well as some lovely custom art prints I ordered for myself and for my own Valentine. ? ❤️ http://bit.ly/mintedvalentine   View this post on Instagram   We have a new foreign exchange student from India staying with us for a few months and I regularly wonder what he thinks of our constant musical theater sing-alongs in the kitchen ... A post shared . . .

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The Horrors of the Neti Pot || On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from Janaury 2009.

January 31, 2019

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from January 2009. I have enjoyed using my neti pot ever since Dr. Oz and Oprah told me I should be doing it. (Because I do whatever Oprah tells me I should do). I gotta tell you, though, if you haven't tried it, you should. It's amazingly refreshing. And did I mention OPRAH does it? So anyway, I've been deaing with a nasty cold for weeks now, and yesterday I was looking forward to giving the system a little flush. Jafta was at . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Jarius

January 30, 2019

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: Coats

January 26, 2019

Blank Denim Women's Leopard Print Jacket Endless Rose Faux Shearling Jacket Cupcakes and Cashmere Aldean Coat J.O.A. Women's Faux Fur Bomber MKT Studio Madime Sherpa Coat Steve Madden Long Heavy Weight Puffer Jacket Lightweight Water-Resistant Packable Jacket  Moon River Tailored Coat Black Houndstooth Hooded Thickened Long Down Jacket    . . .

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Jwaye Nowel || On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from December 2008.

January 24, 2019

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from December 2008. This was my FAVORITE gift this year: some pictures of Keanan on Christmas Day. He is getting so big, and I am really missing him this season. I can't wait to celebrate Christmas with him at home next year. Here is the most recent update from the orphanage. We love getting these so much, and hearing about his little personality. Sounds like a Howerton boy already. Please keep praying for his . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Makaila

January 23, 2019

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: Rain Boots

January 18, 2019

AMAWEI Kids Rain Boots KushyShoo Women's Mid Calf Waterproof Rubber Rain Boots Triple Deer Girl Rainbow Rain Boots Kids Capelli New York Ladies Multi Dots Printed Short Rain Boot AMAWEI Kids Rain Boots ZOOGS Children's Rain Boots Teal Dot Hale Rain Boot Mini Balabala Women's Rain Shoes Twisted Women's Ollie Tall Cute Rubber Rain Boots . . .

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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]

Self-professed workaholic. Self-care luddite. Typical-ass creative. Chaotic Good. Got a passion for accessibility and a Diet Coke habit she just can’t quit. [READ MORE]

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