I quit clicking “LIKE” on Facebook to practice what I preach!
Three weeks ago I read this article. It got me thinking about my own clicking tendencies. In general, I have been a 50% “like” clicker and 50% commenter. The article made me think of my…
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My summer in review
(Disclaimer: This post contains Amazon affiliate links.) I go back to work in two short days (sniff…) so it is time for me to reflect on some of the amazing things that I have…
Just keep swimming…
With the news story of Robin William’s death taking over the media, and his wife’s statements, I thought this would be a good time to put into words some of my thoughts. These are the…
A letter to the new state park managers
Dear New State Park Managers (aka destroyers of family fun), Although my group of 60+ adoptive families has had an annual camping trip in your park for 26 years, apparently there are some new rules…
Summer Bucket List
Last summer felt rather unsatisfactory to me. My kids were on screens for waaaaaay too many hours. Although we did “Summer Home school” last year with some success, I still felt guilt about all the…
A good dad vs an amazing dad
It is very hard work to be a good dad under any circumstances. But when you are literally crippled by pain day in and out for years, hazed by medical conditions, and unable to work…
For a few good causes
I have always strongly believed in the importance of giving. I feel that if every American gave 10% of their income to charitable causes… this entire world would be a MUCH better place. Here are…
My Spring Break
Disclaimer: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. You can go directly to the books by clicking on the pictures. Spring break has been over for more than a week, but I haven’t had time to…
Blog Birthday Day 4: 6 Super Powers I’ve Learned
I’ve been blogging for 6 years. And a LOT has happened in those 6 years. Although I started this blog claiming that I’d be able to do so much more if only I had super…
Blog Birthday Day 2: 6 Super Blog Posts
Click on the pictures to read my favorite post from each year I have been blogging! 2008 Because I know you want to know 100 random things about me! If you are looking for…
Books–the perfect gift for the over-busy mom!
Disclaimer: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. I’m kind of a book junkie. I know people that read more, but not many. And few of them have as many work and family commitments as I…
Books–the perfect gift for the SLP!
Disclaimer: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. I’m kind of a book junkie. I know people that read more, but not many. And few of them have as many work and family commitments as I…
A Prayer For My Day
Heavenly Father, I pray for my day today. I pray for all the children who I will see in the halls, in the classroom, and in my room. I pray you would give them love…
Getting organized
At a recent in-service, everyone was asked what they like most about their job and what they are looking forward to this year. Every. single. person. said that their favorite part of their job was…