2012 was a pretty marvelous year for me. Sure, there were plenty of downs to my ups, but all in all there was much joy and reason to celebrate. The world saw some unspeakable acts of horror. There were obscene displays of consumerism in the midst of severe financial hardship for … [Read more...] about Before You Gorge, Give.
Archives for 2012
Ring It In – 5:00 Fridays TM
I hate New Year's Eve. I always have. I don't understand why it's fun to get all dressed up in sparkly clothes and have some lush spill his drink on your lap. And then you have the whole ordeal of restaurants and bars overcharging you for cheap champagne and fried congealed … [Read more...] about Ring It In – 5:00 Fridays TM
$50 Giveaway and a Tasty Flatout Recipe
Attention Walmart Shoppers! Remember when I posted about Flatout flatbread that made for a delicious weeknight pizza and easy entertaining chow? Well, you too can have a flatout great time cooking for your family and friends. Just leave a comment to win a $50 gift card to … [Read more...] about $50 Giveaway and a Tasty Flatout Recipe
Christmas Eve Extravaganza
Mac Daddy and I are hosting our 15th annual Christmas party tonight. We've been holding the festivities on Christmas Eve for the past several years, but the extravaganza didn't start this way. We realized when we lived far away from family that many others were in our shoes too. … [Read more...] about Christmas Eve Extravaganza
Mayan Margarita – 5:00 Fridays TM
Well, if you are here at 5:00, clearly the world didn't end. Nonetheless, it's a good excuse to listen to R.E.M. Are there people out there who really took the end of the world thing seriously? What time zone goes first? Would it be Big Bang the Sequel? I'm not clear on the … [Read more...] about Mayan Margarita – 5:00 Fridays TM
Thank You, Teachers
Despite the anxiety we parents feel today, imagine what teachers are struggling with. They must juggle yet another ball as they carry on with the day, pretending to operate as if last Friday never happened. They balance the everyday needs of our children with the … [Read more...] about Thank You, Teachers
Moxie – 5:00 Fridays TM
I was at a SAFEchild board meeting last night. As usual, we kicked off the meeting with a short team building exercise. I both love and hate things like this. We were to share one word that explained what we want to be remembered for. Just one word to communicate my legacy! I am … [Read more...] about Moxie – 5:00 Fridays TM