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Wednesday’s Child: Meet Austin

July 27, 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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Life Lately

July 25, 2022

Dropped my 13-year-old off this morning to head to a megachurch summer camp with her cousin. On the way, she informed me she'd packed her vintage "Legalize Gay" t-shirt to wear just to poke the bear a little. Also one entire side of her suitcase was full of candy because she contains multitudes.   This kid had his first official day of work today, doing demo with a construction crew. He came home covered in drywall dust and said he worked his butt off, but had so much fun. I think . . .

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Friday Finds: Daisies

July 22, 2022

Rocket Dog Sneaker, Daisy Black Flower-Shape Vase  Daisy Wink Fitted Tee & Black & White Daisy Shorts Kate Spade New York Cubic Zirconia & White Dazzling Daisies Hinge Cuff Floral Print Knit Cardigan Sweater Blue & Yellow Beaded Daisy Charm Anklet | Chilly Dog Gray & White Daisy Wool Pet Sweater  Freedom Moses Sandal Aqua Daisy Skirted Tankini - Infant & Toddler Luxury Chenille Cute Bathroom Rug Mat Set of 3 Ceramic Flower Pots with White . . .

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The Individualists: Talking Enneagram Type 4 with Micky ScottBey Jones and Holly Rankin Zaher | Selfie Epispde 228

July 21, 2022

This summer we are diving into the Enneagram! In this episode, Micky ScottBey Jones helps us make sense of Enneagram Type 4, and we revisit a conversation with Holly Rankin Zaher about being an Enneagram Type 4. More enneagram resources: To take the test to find out your own type, you can visit this site for a quick, free test, or buy the $12 Riso-Hudson Enneagram Type Indicator test at the Enneagram Institute for a more thorough assessment and explanation of your secondary types. (We . . .

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LET’S TALK HOLIDAY MUSIC | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011.

July 21, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011.   We put up our Christmas tree yesterday, and officially broke out the Christmas music.  I have a love/hate relationship with Christmas music. It makes me feel all warm and glow-y for about a week, and then I grow totally sick of it and don’t want to hear it again for another year.  I think a part of this is the fact that, really, it’s pretty much the same 25-30 songs being recycled into different versions and . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Meet Gabriel

July 20, 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: Checkered

July 15, 2022

Beaded Checkered Half Moon Clutch  Sirkel Checkered Wooden Organic Cutting Board  Laundry Basket  Frankie Planter  Checkered Table Tennis Set | Anthropologie Check Utensil Holder  Checkerboard Grid Blanket  Pink and Orange Checkered Throw Pillow Business & Pleasure Co. Tommy Chair 4 Pack Checkered Hair Clips Hand Towel Paddywax Checkmate Artisan Hand-Poured Scented Candle . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Altariq

July 13, 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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The Achievers: Talking Enneagram Type 3 with Micky ScottBey Jones and Sarah James | Selfie Epispde 227

July 13, 2022

This summer we are diving into the Enneagram! In this episode, Micky ScottBey Jones helps us make sense of Enneagram Type 3, and we revisit a conversation between Kristen and Sarah James about the experience of being type 3’s. More enneagram resources: To take the test to find out your own type, you can visit this site for a quick, free test, or buy the $12 Riso-Hudson Enneagram Type Indicator test at the Enneagram Institute for a more thorough assessment and explanation of your . . .

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OCCUPY CHRISTMAS | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011.

July 12, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011. Well, folks, here I am again.  At your service, poised and ready to take the fun out of another holiday! (Just kidding.  Mostly.) Although, I AM planning on completely sitting out this Thanksgiving.  My kids whine and complain ever year about the traditional Thanksgiving fare.  I’m not really excited about cooking all day just to hear them complain about the food.  You know what I hate?  Whining.  You know what else I . . .

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