On Thursdays I post from the archives. This is from July 2009. I am slowly recovering from the Frenzy of Fair we were involved in last week. I am sitting here trying to think of how to explain what lead me to the fair, not once, but TWICE, in one week. Really, I have nothing to say for myself. Mostly I blame Rosie, my housekeeper. Rosie cleans my house twice a month on Wednesday mornings, in order to keep me from divorcing my husband arguing with Mark about the division of labor in . . .
Wednesday’s Child; Milton
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 losing a parent to suicide
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 Bethany Hudson. It's been five years since my father tied a rope around his neck and jumped.Five years since a co-worker found his body hanging from the rafters of a warehouse.Five . . .
QOES: How often do you shave your legs?
Women, and men for that matter, can have very strong opinions about shaving. What to shave. When to shave. How far up to shave. Waxing vs. razors. Some people are year-round shavers. Some are seasonal. Source I actually shave every single day. No matter what. For me it's not a vanity thing. It's a sensory thing. I don't like the feeling of my legs touching stubble. Prickly hair against my jeans? No thank you. It makes me feel gross. Doesn't even matter where I am or what I'm doing. Camping, . . .
On blue hair and saying yes
Over the summer I tend to take an “anything goes” approach to my kids’ hair and let them choose a fun color. I’ve been doing this since India was in kindergarten, when she started begging for blue hair. I let her do a few streaks, and she was thrilled. This summer, they both wanted to do color again. India wanted pink tips and Karis wanted some blue. We used Jerome Russell’s Punky Colour in Flamingo Pink and Turquoise. I’m sure there is a more professional way to color the tips, . . .
What I want you to know about deciding to stop infertility treatments
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 Michelle. I was never the type of woman who dreamed of being married or wanting children. I had been molested as a child, and getting through that therapy and coming out on the . . .
Friday Finds: Etsy Makers
1. The Double Triangle Ring by foxtailboutique | Etsy 2. Onions and Leaves Tea Towel by leahduncan | Etsy 3. Cactus Pouch Leather by ameliemancini | Etsy 4. Modern Pastel Hardwood 7 Bowl Ocean/Sky by nicoleporterdesign | Etsy 5. Leather Tassel Keychain Tassel Purse Charm Tassel by JillyDesigns | Etsy 6. Wooden Spoons Set of Three by Wind and Willow | Etsy 7. Organic Cotton Knit Feather Leggins by littlefourclothing | . . .
What I want you to know about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
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 Mallory. I'm Mallory, I'm 16, and I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Those of you who do not know what Ehlers-Danlos is, it means the collagen in my bones and connective tissue, the . . .
Ten steps to positive summer parenting
I’ve been told before that my default mode for reacting to the world around me is sarcasm. I trend toward the cynical side of whatever personality-analyzing method you’re using. It works for blogging, I guess, but isn’t always the most attractive quality as a mom. Especially when the kids try to emulate the snark. As a parent, I’ve begun recognizing this on a regular basis. There are so many studies on the virtues of positive parenting and optimistic thinking, and sarcasm . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Braydon
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 . . .
- Newer Posts
- 1
- …
- 237
- 238
- 239
- 240
- 241
- …
- 499
- Older Posts
