On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from July 2009. I'm not a big "cryer". I usually manage to be pretty stoic, in fact . . . a trait that often belies the junk lying just under the surface. But right now I am insanely sleep deprived, and have a lingering case of The Postpartum Crazy that is, to be blunt, kinda kicking my ass. These two factors have converged today and had me on the brink of tears several times. I managed not to cry when I picked the kids up from preschool, . . .
Easter Gift Guide
7th Heaven Glitter Peel Off Face Mask American Girl Doll of the Year 2020 Joss doll, book and accessories Be Kind: 52 Weeks of Kindness Hog Wild Birdie Golf Black Canary: Ignite ChocZero Sugar Free Chocolate Dear Justice League Diana: Princess of the Amazons Djubi Slingball Classic Dog Crimes Game Foodie Surprise Candy Slime Eggs Foodie Surprise Yolkies and Foodie Surprise Candy Slime Eggs gimMe Organic Roasted Seaweed - Sea Salt & Avocado . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Ru
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 . . .
Will I Ever Sleep Again? + Anticipating Grief + Roo’s Missing COVID-19 Results | Selfie Podcast Episode 122
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio The stress of the current pandemic has affected sleep for many of us. We are talking about strategies and routines for making sure we are sleeping well. BJ talks about how to avoid living in a state of anticipated grief, and ow to get out of the cycle of trying to control things we can't. And we give a check-in on our quarantine self-care efforts, including Roo's still-missing COVID-19 test results. In this episode we . . .
Life Lately
Guys, did we just all forget to post our "first day of quarantine school" pics?!? I think this is a moment worthy of documenting. Even if (especially if?) this is not how you ever thought school would look. Snap some photos of your unexpected online school day and tag it #firstdayofquarantineschool. Even if it's your 11th. (Does anyone actually know what day it is anymore anyway?) We're all in this together. My girls have been doing my friend @timree's online painting class. It's totally . . .
Friday Finds: Cozy Loungewear
ASOS DESIGN tracksuit sweat Soft Fleece Lounge Jogger Pants Addison Meadow Lounge Wear Set Z SUPPLY The Leopard Joggers Chaser Cozy Knit Drawstring Cuffed Jogger Cuddle Up Set Free People Camel Wide-Leg Pocket Lounge Pants Colorblock Casual Tie Waist Yoga Jogger Pants Jogger set . . .
Why I Vaccinate
This post was sponsored by IVaccinate.org. Last month, I agreed to partner with IVaccinate.org. to talk about why I choose to vaccinate my children. Little did I know that just a few weeks later, our world would be living under a declared pandemic, with millions of people at risk as we await a vaccine. This is not a post about being pro-vaccine, or anti-vaccine. This is a post about recognizing the inherent privilege in getting to choose such a stance. I think it’s easy for those of us . . .
The Fallacy of Productivity: Coping skills vs. processing our feelings
Have I been super productive this week? Yes! Has it been helpful to my mental health? Questionable. I'm talking about the difference ways we avoid our feelings (being busy, zoning out, escapism, etc) and the practices I'm starting to make sure I'm actually processing my feelings instead of just avoiding them. Here are some resources: The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It A Spring Within Us: A Book of Daily Meditations . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Nelly
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 . . .
Coping in the Midst of a Global Pandemic | Selfie Podcast Episode 121
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio In this episode, we can’t not discuss COVID-19. We chat about our current struggles — guidelines for COVID and asthma being contradictory and how that affects Kristen; Roo still waiting for her COVID results — as well as laughing so we don’t cry. (For example, Kristen attempts explaining reality TV show plotlines to an incredulous Roo.) BJ also responds to the anxiety many of us have been having around COVID and leads . . .
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