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November 22, 2021

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) freshly pissed 28 COVID tests. That’s how many we will take this week as a family in order to travel. 1 to get into Lisbon, 1 as a backup in case the first one doesn’t come back in time, and 1 to get into Switzerland and then 1 to get back into the US. Because international travel, packing, and cleaning our house from top . . .

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November 19, 2021

Cinnie Caramel Fuzzy Trench Coat  Ivory Fleece-Lined Knit Gloves MOON RIVER Women's Crochet Sweater Marta Necklace  Convertible Backpack  Bijou Ear Cuff  Poplin Dress Pick Me Golden Hour Midi Dress  Puff Sleeve Dress  Transport U Saddle Bag  Light Gray Melange Ribbed Fleece-Lined Pompom Beanie  Metallic Wide Stripe Beanie    . . .

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TABLE & CHAIR SPRAY PAINT MAKEOVER | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2011.

November 18, 2021

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2011. My friend Julie at Joy’s Hope does the most amazing, inspired things with spray paint.  I decided to dip my toes in the water of remodeling from a can.The kids’ table and chair set had seen better days.  It was a hand-me-down from friends, and it took a beating with my own kids, too.  (This picture was taken during our natural disaster phase, when we had a tarp separating our living room from nature for a few weeks).  I was . . .

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Wednesday’s Child, 11-year-old Olyvia

November 17, 2021

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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Selfie presents The Cardigan Episode 193

November 17, 2021

Two thumbs up is back! Matthias and Kristen discuss a question from a listener wondering if narcissists can spot narcissism in other people? Plus, how can things go so wrong in crowds like what happened recently at Astroworld. And…why is Pete Davidson so hot? Links + Resources Land’s End Packable Down Coats CGK Unlimited Sheets Death at Astroworld: 5 Ways Crowds Can Quickly Go Bad EveryPlate’s easy-to-follow recipes and pre-portioned ingredients take the stress out of . . .

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November 15, 2021

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) Second night this week at @segerstromarts! This time for a cabaret by the talented (and hilarious) @laurabenanti. So happy to be seeing live shows again. When you leave your phone on the table …. (and yes we are trying on coats for our Portugal trip because we don’t know how to do coats)   Opening night of the . . .

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Friday Finds

November 12, 2021

Squirrel Nut Bowl  Navy & Black Metal & Glass Tray Metallic Cheers Pom-Pom Tea Towel Classic Magnolia 24 Wreath White Tree Decorative Plate - Set of Four Oval Carved Acacia Wood Serving Platter  Black & Green Plaid Snowflake Reversible Throw Pillow  Hand-Carved Wood Feather-Handle Salad Servers Foreside Gray Plaid James Throw Modern Block Wreath Fresh  Tan Rattan Armchair  Mango Wood Two-Tier Tray   . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Asia, Ariana, and Addison

November 10, 2021

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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· Adoption, Fostercare

Selfie presents The Cardigan: Sexual and Gender Identity in Teens + Why is Tik Tok So Addicting | Selfie Podcast Episode 192

November 10, 2021

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio Today Matthias and Kristen talk about sexual and gender identity development in teens. How do we leave room for growth without locking kids into an identity? And, why is Tik Tok so addicting? Links + Resources Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) The Way Out by Alan Gordon and Alon Ziv The Brain's Way of Healing by Norman Doidge The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk Shameless Parenting by Tina . . .

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November 8, 2021

  An appreciation post of Claire’s faces. @cleezy A few months ago I had the honor of reading a chapter in my friend Rachel Held Evan's book of her last writing before her death. It was incredibly emotional to read her words, particularly the passages I was given, and I had to stop several times along the way to compose myself (if you listen to the audiobook, you will probably hear me fighting back tears.) What a devastating loss to the world. What a friend, who I miss dearly. And . . .

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