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New bass player in the band … he’s pretty cute, too.

March 14, 2017

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I’m opening my first box from Le Tote, a new clothing subscription service that is more like a clothing library.

March 13, 2017

I'm opening my first box from Le Tote, a new clothing subscription service that is more like a clothing library. You pay a monthly fee, pick the clothes you want, and wear them as long as you want. When you are over them, return them and pick new items. Curious to see what I got . .. http://bit.ly/getletote . . .

Natural deodorants: the good, the bad, and the smelly

March 13, 2017

I'm talking natural deodorants today. I have tried them all, so you don't have to. The good, the bad, and the smelly. Here are some of my favorites: Schmidt's rose vanilla jarred deodorant Oyin Handmade coco + mango funk butter Primal Pitt Paste lavender deodorant jar Schmidt's bergamot and lime stick deodorant Primal Pitt Paste thyme & lemongrass deodorant jar Desert Essence roll-on deodorant with tea tree oil . . .

That’s what SHE said: calligraphy texts, prison pedicures, giving kids some independence and a bunch of activities and resources to get you through Spring Break

March 12, 2017

Here are some things I read this week that made me think. (These are just snippets - click on the title to read the whole thing.) I Sent All My Text Messages in Calligraphy for a Week And Here's What I Learned from Cristina on The Atlantic"I got my first mobile phone when I was in high school. It was 2005, and the feeling of “cool” overwhelmed me. Text messaging was something sacred in those days. I was allotted 200 messages per month. I powered off during classes, and charged my phone three . . .

Instagram Roundup

March 11, 2017

A look back on our week from the Instagram page.... "Clean out the fridge" night. AKA snack dinner. After a little hiatus of licking our wounds, @paulosophia and I are back, ready to recap each week in our current political climate. Join us over on my Facebook page for our new video. facebook.com/rageagainsttheminivan A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) on Mar 3, 2017 at 4:23pm PST These three rockstars are ready to kill it at the school talent . . .

Friday Finds

March 11, 2017

What I want you to know about finding joy

March 9, 2017

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 was submitted by Taylor K. Arthur. Photo by: Chungkuk Bae "You have turned my mourning into dancing; you have taken my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, so that my . . .

Wednesday’s Child: Derek

March 8, 2017

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 . . .

What I want you to know about being a pediatric resident

March 7, 2017

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 was submitted by Katie Lockwood, MD. Photo by: Piron Guillaume We are real doctors. So we don’t appreciate it when you ask for the real doctor. Or when you ask how long we have been practicing or . . .

Paul and I are back – first convo since Trump was elected and WE HAVE A LOT TO SAY

March 6, 2017

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