The end of a school is so bittersweet. Everyone is looking forward to sleeping in, long days at the pool and many hours at the lake. But on the flip side, summer days also signify my kids...
I admit.. in the beginning I was NOT a Taylor Swift fan. Everything about her just rubbed me the wrong way. Reason 1: Her posture:: the girl is tall and lanky. Someone PLEASE tell ...
Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer. School is out, pools are open and people fire-up the grill. While were enjoying our day filled with family and friends, please remember the countless...
Considering the boy turned 15 in January, I think hes shown SERIOUS restraint in asking to take the test for his drivers permit. Last week, I gathered the required paperwork and headed t...
This weeks Emeals list included a recipe for Cheeseburger Pizza. I admit, I was skeptical at first. Pizza is one of those food groups that is almost holy. It should be served as dee...
Mothers and daughters are closest, when daughters become mothers. My journey into mommyland began with boys. The longer I was at the job, the more my appreication grew for what my o...
By now, Im sure youve seen the infamous Time cover. The one of the attractive mom nursing her toddler-preschool age son. Yes, the image is controversial and outside of our norm. That was the ma...
I just read the news that Maurice Sendak, beloved childrens author, died at the age of 83 due to complications from a stroke. via PBSkids.org My heart is saddened. I never knew this man. In fac...
Dont let the cute, sweet innocence on her face fool you . This little girl is hands down, the biggest trash talker in this house. If shes playing you in a game, I guarantee shes also running he...
I received a copy of "You Have No Idea" by Vanessa & Helen Williams as part of the BlogHer Book Club. I was immediately interested because I LOVED Vanessa on shows like Ugly Betty and Des...
After much practice and anticipation, the big day finally happened this week. My baby learned to ride her bicycle without training wheels. "Riding a bike is the HARDEST thing ever, b...
l Every mom knows the story "if you give a pig a pancake".. one decision snowballed into a chain reaction of other decisions. This is my version: If Natalie watches a documentary, she g...
Source: etsy.com via Erin on Pinterest One of the cardinal rules for parenting is teaching our children to SHARE. Share their toys, their time and eventually their hearts. Its true, I met the man of ...
During my second pregnancy, I had many fears and worries. I often wondered how I could ever love another child as much as the first. Welcoming that first baby into your heart creates feel...
I know its only Wednesday, but Im all out of sorts this week. Weve had a birthday, dance rehearsal, a field trip and other craziness this week. Walking around the zoo with a bunch of kin...
Ive used the same skin care products for most of my life. I started with one brand in middle school and have continued ever since. But when I was offered a chance to sample a new (to the US) li...
While reading Theta Moms post on being content with having two children and then later discussing on twitter with her, it made me think about my own level of doneness. im not sure why this uplo...
Im pretty sure Ive shared this story before, but it still makes me giggle. I think its worth the repeat performance here. While Im anything but shy, Hubs is extremely modest. He grew up i...
You all know Im a Southern girl. What you dont know is that my family are all Arkansas fans (Sooo-eeee Pig!). One of my earliest memories is of my aunt teaching me the proper way to call ...
While at Blissdom, I had the chance to hang out with not only awesome people, but also a few characters. Case in point? I talked to the Easter Bunny while snagging a few yummy Twiz...
One of the highlights of kindergarten is when each student gets a turn being the STAR STUDENT. While every class and teacher has their own version, the basic idea is the same. The kid gets to b...
via Title to be Determined We were introduced to the town of Tree Hill, NC the fall of 2003. I was starting my senior of college, not exactly the prime demographic for a show about high school ...
After tweeting with A Classy, Southern Wife, I was left craving some of her fish tacos. The problem? I didnt have fish in my freezer. I DID have a bag of frozen shrimp. S...
Ive always heard that Memphis is the biggest small town. The older I get, the more I realize just how true this is. Case in point? Do you know this lovely blogger? I was told about her in...
Sloppy Joes are one of the go-to staple meals in this house. Theyre cheap, quick and easy. Plus? The kids love them. Once I had planned on making them for dinner, but then quickly ...
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On the rare day that Andrew doesnt stay after school for some sort of practice, I pick him up so he doesnt have to ride the bus. It was one of those days several weeks ago when he climbed in t...
Several summers ago, I texted my fellow book whore and asked for recommendations. She practically yelled at me (via text) that I MUST read The Hunger Games. She never let me down before, ...
March means springtime, warmer weather, flowers blooming and basketball: lots and lots of basketball. Its the time we fill out brackets and guess who will become the national champion.&nb...
Dinnertime is always a hassle. Between finding the time to make it and then making something that everyone will eat, preparing that one meal takes a big chunk of energy. Not that I dont l...
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