I realize that today is Friday the 13th. I don't have any friends named Jason so I'm not too worried. In my younger years I stressed about every crack in the sidewalk, black cat crossing my path, and ladder propped against a house. My face turned various shades of plum as I … [Read more...] about I Feel Fine – 5:00 Fridays
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Poverty Plays by Different Rules
Usually by this time of night when I sit down at my desk to write, my head hurts. But tonight, my heart aches. I get lots of crap in my inbox. Loads of trolls find the time to rant anonymously about things I've written. I'm all for polite, thoughtful discourse and believe we … [Read more...] about Poverty Plays by Different Rules
There are even shoe stores in LEGOLAND. – Wordless Wednesday
Bike Helmet – Fashion or Safety?
Would you take off on a road trip without buckling your child into a carseat or strapping on a seatbelt yourself? Do you drive your kids to school unbuckled in the car? I'm betting that you would never let your kid flop about the back seat as I did when I was a child. That was … [Read more...] about Bike Helmet – Fashion or Safety?
Just for Moms – 5:00 Fridays
There have been lots of quips about what makes the world go 'round. But we mothers know the real truth here. Mothers make the world go 'round. We all live our own brand of motherhood. We carry on with equal parts of smiles and grimaces as we Kerry Strug our … [Read more...] about Just for Moms – 5:00 Fridays
Thank you, Teachers
My friend Becky posted this video to Facebook, and I was so moved I had to post it here. Teachers in this country get a bad deal all around. The joy and smile of a child can only carry you so far. Sure, the sense of accomplishment is priceless, but that kid's warm fuzzies … [Read more...] about Thank you, Teachers
