On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from May 2009. We are running into more delays with Haiti. This one really felt like a punch to the gut. I'm not sure why - by this point I should be more prepared for the insanity that is adoption from Haiti. The only thing that is predictable in this process is that nothing goes smoothly. We are now almost two years into this process. When we first started out, I thought Keanan would certainly be home by now. I had his name . . .
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Me at 1pm: For real, no sleepovers tonight. Me at 11pm: Okay but everyone has to go right to sleep... Do I have enough rust-colored tops from Target Y/N? A note about your divorced friends this holiday season. It's possible it sucks for them. It's possible they are having to swallow down tears because they have to spend their holidays with a toxic person in order to allow their kids to have both parents present for their celebrations. OR,, it's possible they don't get their kids on . . .
A note about your divorced friends this holiday season.
A note about your divorced friends this holiday season. It's possible it sucks for them. It's possible they are having to swallow down tears because they have to spend their holidays with a toxic person in order to allow their kids to have both parents present for their celebrations. OR,, it's possible they don't get their kids on Christmas eve, or Christmas morning, and they spend that time sitting in the grief of not having their children with them. It's possible they aren't invited . . .
Why it matters | On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from May 2009.
On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from May 2009. This brought tears to my eyes the minute I saw it. A young boy visiting the White House asks to touch the president's hair to see if it felt the same as his. I have heard some cynical people balk at the big deal some made of having our first Black president. This picture illustrates why it is a big deal for some. When my son pretends to be a prince but then says he can't because his hair is "not like a prince's hair", or . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Jonah
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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I took brussel sprouts to a potluck. They were delicious and now my car smells like farts. Just gonna have to light it on fire I think. Goodbye 2013 Toyota Sienna. Carnitas by #foodiejafta I just had a “mosh pit etiquette” talk with a child who is being dropped at his first adult concert. He was unimpressed with my experience and wisdom on this matter. In other news, I taught a child to peg her jeans. Wisdom and experience mildly appreciated here. Cotillion: came for the awkward . . .
Friday Finds
Floral Plates Yoga Mat Yes Studio Monday's Mug BlaBla Book & Rattle Wooly Set Indoor Snowball Game Rustic Ornaments Philosophy Limited Edition Amazing Grace 2.0-Oz. Eau de Parfum Succulent Handmade Soap Set Garden Kneeler & Potting Gloves . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Jonathan
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 . . .
Our Annual Self-Care Gift Guide | Selfie Episode 109
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio It’s our annual holiday gift guide! We’ve got all kinds of self-care gift ideas for the people you love. In this episode we talked about: Everlane Cashmere Crewneck Sweater Herbivore Botanicals Self Love Kit I Want To Sleep Well Gift Set Corala Premium Weighted Blanket Set Extract Labs Extra Strength Raspberry CBD Tincture Library Fragrance Discovery Set Beautycounter Hand Cream Trio . . .
Holiday Gift Guide for Kids and Families | 2019
*products provided for promotional consideration* FOR KIDS Ring Fit Adventure Nasoni Water Fountain Faucet Codi Interactive Robot KeiKi Music Ukuleles Snuggle Monster Hide & Seek Bedtime Emoji-Notes Color & Shine Unicorn Bowling Set Lumenico SleepyLights Else and Anna Blankie Tails Magnetic Chalk Board + 4 White Chalk Markers Tinkering Labs: Build a Robot Kiwi Crates Science and Art Project Subscription Yellow Scope: Science . . .
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