Monthly Archives: August 2010

The Big Yellow Bus

       The first day of school, what a fabulous day.  So much preparation goes into this highly anticipated day.  We outfit the kids with new clothes and shoes, buy all of the right school supplies and wait with bated breath to … Continue reading

Posted in Family, Parenting | Tagged , , , , , | 10 Comments

The Pool, My Kids, A Bee and My Ralph Lauren Sunglass

     If you are a mom you know that, with children, the mood of the moment can take a change for the worse without any warning at all.  Things can be going wonderfully, everyone laughing and having fun and then “Boom!”, … Continue reading

Posted in Family, Parenting | Tagged , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

My Quest Got Me Pressed

Yesterday began like any other day.  I got up, got dressed, brushed my teeth and then took a deep breath before venturing out into the abyss of children who were already moving about.  Brother #1 was arguing with Brother #2 over who was going to be awarded the … Continue reading

Posted in Self Discovery | Tagged , , , , , , | 10 Comments

My Deep Dark Secret

       It is true.  My hubby and I have been living with a deep dark secret for 9 years.  It is weighing heavy on us and we are finally discussing the possibility of revealing ourselves.  Our concern is that this could destroy … Continue reading

Posted in Family, Parenting | Tagged , , , , , , | 187 Comments

Why is America Stupid?

       This was a question my 9-year-old son recently asked after seeing one of his favorite performers ousted on the television show America’s Got Talent.  It was an innocent question with no intent other than to show frustration with those … Continue reading

Posted in Family, Improving the World, Saving Money, Self Discovery | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Check out that RAK!

            While reflecting on happy times of days passed, I remembered a time when I got great pleasure from performing Random Acts of Kindness (RAKs) .  I guess I should define what I refer to as a RAK.    This would be … Continue reading

Posted in Family, Improving the World, Self Discovery | Tagged , , , , | 5 Comments

My 5 Favorite Ways to Save Money

Some people get their adrenaline rush from running a marathon, climbing a mountain or winning the big game.  Me?  I get a rush from saving money.  I know that may sound crazy but there are few things more exciting to … Continue reading

Posted in Saving Money, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

What is a “Mom Friend”?

Mom Friends come in all shapes, sizes and varieties.  There are those that you see almost every day.  Your kids are the best of friends and do everything with each other.  These are the women that remind you that you … Continue reading

Posted in Family, Parenting, Self Discovery | Tagged , , , , | 4 Comments