ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2010. – We got to hang out with the Livesays this weekend. They live in Haiti and we’ve gotten to know them over the past few years, and we experienced the earthquake together. They’ve also become dear friends. The last time I saw Tara was during a tearful goodbye as her kids and I pulled away from the Haitian embassy in an airport-bound SUV. It was nice to hang out under less stressful circumstances. They are speaking at a . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Meet 11-year-old Raymond
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 . . .
Friday Finds: Stocking Stuffers
Bella Flora Hand Sanitizer Bottle Holder | La Chatelaine Hand Cream Trio 2021-2022 Undated Planner by Simple Elephant Think Fun Math Dice Game Trio of Card Games LCD Writing Tablet Bogi Cooling Towel For Instant Cooling Baxter of California Men's Exfoliating Body Bar Soap | Cedarwood and Oak Moss Essence SafeTouch Black Safe Touch Device . . .
SANDRA BULLOCK AND THE COMPLEXITIES OF TRANSRACIAL ADOPTION | On Thursday’s I Post From The Vault. This Post Is From May 2010.
On Thursday's I Post From The Vault. This Post Is From May 2010. Since Sandra Bullock announced her adoption of an African American baby, I’ve seen countless news medias reporting on the “controversy” surrounding transracial adoption. It seems like celebrity adoptions often become the grist for the mill of those who have an agenda to push about transracial adoption. To me, this recent CNN interview is a perfect example of the polarity of thinking when it comes to the practice. Lisa . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Hunter
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 . . .
Saying No Gracefully: How to Have Pandemic Holiday Boundaries | Selfie Episode 155
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio BJ and Kristen have a discussion about what to do when you aren't comfortable getting together with family due to the pandemic and it's causing hurt. We also speak to those feelings of disappointment when others pull out of longstanding traditions. In this episode we also talked about: Minted Pre-Addressed Holiday Cards Shortcake Customized Photo Albums Matthew Paul Turner's All the Colors of Christmas . . .
Holiday Gift Guide for Teens 2020
Suki Skincare Transformative Purifying Masque EPOS | SENNHEISER GSP 601 wired gaming headset Inspired Traveller's Guides: Mystical Places Pure Pink Soul Shine Necklace for Nevertheless, She Persisted Bye, Felicia! Party Gane Who's the G.O.A.T.? Game Crochet Your Own Merry and Bright Baubles Faithful Anti-Acne Serum (the product link will change as we are launching our new website November 7th) Back to the Future: Back in Time SOPHi Nail Polish Comfy and Cozy Gift Set . . .
Holiday Gift Guide for Babies and Kids 2020
Meddy Teddy Yoga Teddy Bear Color Clean Hand Soap Codi Robot The CrunchCup Be Kind: A Year of Kindness, One Week at a Time Epic Everyday Hooded Towel Stomp Rocket Stunt Planes BooginHead Face Masks Stomp Rocket Stunt Planes Madame Alexander Sweet Smiles Doll Madame Alexander My Little Toddler Doll goSili 24 oz. marbled tumbler Neon Spiral Art Crochet Your Own Reindeer Ornaments Think Brave! A Coloring & Drawing Adventure Playful Pandas BATMAN . . .
Life Lately
We put two "sun tunnel" skylights in our hallway and I'm loving the results. It brightens things up so much. Our hallway was always so dark before. They are some work, but definitely a do-able DIY project. I want to put them everywhere now! https://amzn.to/39K0iGE Peak distance-learning fashion Bahaha you know it’s been a bad year when I revert to comfort-listening to old musicals, Vineyard music, and Indigo Girls. Loving our Black Santa shirts, @greentopgifts! #clarenceclause In . . .
Friday Finds: Gift Sets
Burt's Bees | Hand Repair Gift Set Spiceology | Steak Lover's Flavor's Variety Pack Mother Teapot and Teacup Set Five-piece set of popcorn kernels, oil and seasoning in a variety of flavors. Holiday Assorted Chocolate Boxes | Rocky Mountain Chocolate Company Hangry Kits Gluten Free Kit Beard Grooming Kit Encourage motor skills with this Mini Chef Set Martha Stewart Charcuterie Collection Set . . .
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