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The Ugly, revisited | On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from April 2009.

September 26, 2019

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from April 2009. So when I blogged about my nesting frenzy, I got a little lost in describing my label-making efforts, and completely forgot to write about the truly ugly part. The part where I lost all self-control and spent upwards of of the price of two Kindles on random crap at Amazon.com. You see, I have a wee bit of anxiety about how I will manage to get any errands done with three kids. Getting to the store is already a struggle, and . . .

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Our Favorite Moments So Far: Selfie Podcast Episode 100

September 25, 2019

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio It’s our 100th episode!! We are looking back at some of our favorite moments from the show. In this episode we talk about: Charmking Compression Socks  Heating Pad for Neck and Shoulders Family Gratitude Journal TrophySkin JeNU Ultrasonic Infuser: Laughter yoga in Episode 76  (see the photos here.) The pubic hair convo in Episode 6 Embarrassing hot doctor stories in Episode 30 Vagifacials . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Brenton and Rayna

September 25, 2019

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

September 23, 2019

In better news, they won? Yay, football! 😩 Dallas and Dallas-adjacent friends! Next week I will be speaking with my friend @JenHatmaker at a @mom2summit + @TheRiveterCo pop-up ‪on Tuesday, September 24 at 5pm CT. We will be chatting with @Amy_Riveter, Founder and CEO of #TheRiveter to talk about the power of our voices and the importance of using them. @JillKraus.e, founder of ‪JillKrause.com‬, Mandy Price, Co-Founder and CEO of @Kanarysinc, @StarlettCarter, Co-Founder and COO . . .

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Tea Collection for Teens and Tweens

September 21, 2019

Tea Collection Clothing for Tweens and Teens

Finding ethically sourced clothing that is also affordable and appealing to kids can be a challenge. I'm a long-time fan of Tea Collection. My girls have been wearing their soft cotton clothing since they were babies. No kidding, I've used Tea for back-to-school, for Easter, for our holiday photos . . . I am not kidding when I say I love this company. They’ve always got such fun, fresh clothes for girls in globally-inspired prints that somehow manage to be both fashion-forward and timeless.  The . . .

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Friday Finds

September 20, 2019

1. Set of 6 Multicolored Coffee Cups 2. Paromi Tea Organic Cinnamon Chai Caffeine-Free Rooibos 3. Stovetop Safe Tea Kettle 4. Plaid Oversized Scarf  5. Coffee Warmer  6. Fuzzy Warm Slipper Socks 7. Simply Organic Pumpkin Spices Pre-Brew Coffee Spice | 8. Leveret White Plush Fleece Robe 9. Hand Warmer Rechargeable . . .

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Nesting: The Good, The Bad, and the Labeled | On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from April 2009.

September 19, 2019

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from April 2009. I have been feeling really crappy though most of this pregnancy, but this week I got a burst of energy that defied the immobility and exhaustion that have been hallmarks of the last few months. I am finally at full-term, and something kicked into gear. I feel physically better, and I feel motivate to GET S#!$ DONE. And not just in a normal, let's complete a task kind of way. More like a compulsive, tweaking, crystal-meth-fueled . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Davonte

September 18, 2019

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

How the Healthcare System Sabotages our Self-Care with Christine Koh | Sep 18 Episode 99 (Sarah)

September 18, 2019

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio Christine Koh joins us today to talk about how our health insurance, or lack thereof, can thwart our best efforts at self-care, and Kristen gives an update on her recent deviated septum repair and turbinate reduction with Cosmeticare in Newport Beach. In this episode we talked about: Minimalist Parenting: Enjoy Modern Family Life More by Doing Less Edit Your Life Josh Rosebrook Serum Spray Boxwalla’s . . .

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Friday Finds: Turtleneck Sweaters

September 13, 2019

Madewell Bayfront Turtleneck Sweater Ashuai Turtleneck Sweater Rachel Pally Turtleneck Bodysuit Lark & Ro Cashmere Sweater Daily Ritual Mock Neck Sweater Hemlock Sweater  Line & Dot Sweater Simplee Loose Pullover Knit Sweater Ybenlo Turtleneck Sweater . . .

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