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Eye of My Heart: 27 Writers Reveal the Hidden Pleasures and Perils of Being a Grandmother
Book reviews are tricky. You don't want to give away too much of the book, but you want to pique the interest of the would-be-readers. There are some books that can be described in a few words or a pithy byline. Then there are books you'd like to just re-type word for word so everyone [...]
Creative Vacation Souvenirs
In four days I will be on a cruise ship with my family. Imagine all you can eat buffets, sparkling waters and lots of sleep! I can hardly wait to unplug my computer, power down the cell phone and instead focus on my family.
I think every aspect of a family vacation should help build memories [...]
Keeping Your Ancestors Alive
My daughter, Lydia has a new imaginary friend. Her name is Grandma. Yes, Grandma. Grandma teaches her all kinds of new things–how to change diapers, how to juggle and how to whistle through her teeth. This is interesting because my grandmother can whistle through her teeth. Well, she could. She died when my Lydia was [...]
Girl Scouts and Microsoft Launch Online Safety Campaign
My three year old daughter knows how to send an "email" on facebook. She knows how to call her daddy on my cell phone. She knows how to play games on the computer. She loves to make videos with my video camera. Technology is a part of her life. The internet is already a fun [...]
Preparing Your Child For a New House
The previous owners of our rental house were Ukranian. Their decoration style was…uhm, different than ours. The house has gold trim, pink carpet, columns, gold trim, marble and did I mention gold trim? So, I am ecstatic to be moving into our VERY OWN HOUSE this month!
The only problem we're having is my 3-year-old daughter's [...]
What They Don't Tell You About Having A Second Child
When my daughter, my firstborn, was days old I finally understood what everyone said about loving your kids. My heart was ripped open and the love I felt for her was astounding. I spent her nursing sessions sobbing and thanking God for making me a mom.
When I was pregnant with my second, I was actually [...]
Planning Kids' Birthday Parties
Do kids' birthday parties make you sweat? Do you get butterflies in your stomach thinking about planning and hosting your child's birthday party? Well, I do…but not in the way you think. I actually enjoy it! I start planning the next year's birthday party as soon as the last guest leaves the current party! I've [...]
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