I don't care if you sit on the red or blue side of the aisle, there is no question that our health care system is broken. The bottom line is that the operative word, CARE, is missing from our attitudinal vernacular. I write a lot about politics and get a lot of hate mail. It … [Read more...] about America vs. Italy – Health Care Bills
Dirt and Noise
Wisdom Teeth Before & After – Wordless Wednesday
Refreshing Vodka Mango Slushie – 5:00 Fridays TM
Since I'm knocked out from having three wisdom teeth out yesterday, my dear friend Corina is stepping up to guest post today. She's a peach. Note that she used mango in her concoction, but to say "She's a mango" would just be weird. The first time I met Ilina, I forgot … [Read more...] about Refreshing Vodka Mango Slushie – 5:00 Fridays TM
Getting My Wisdom Teeth Out
I'm heading out the door as I write this. I'm getting my wisdom teeth out today. At age 43. I've succumbed to vanity. My mouth is big enough for me to put my fist in it (true story and great party trick) but it's not big enough to make room for my teeth to spread out when they … [Read more...] about Getting My Wisdom Teeth Out
4th of July for Baby Bird – Wordless Wednesday
Summer Camp & Sports Safety – Child Abuse Prevention Tips From Kidpower.org
Deal starts his first all day camp this week. He really wants to participate in the fun camp activities but is nervous about being there all day long. He's always been my homebody. I'm not sure exactly what makes him so nervous other than his general timid, sweet nature. I try to … [Read more...] about Summer Camp & Sports Safety – Child Abuse Prevention Tips From Kidpower.org
Fireworks Sangria – 5:00 Fridays TM
Some people go gaga for Christmas. Some people relish all that Thanksgiving brings. Some people favor the hoopla of St. Patrick's Day or New Year's Eve. Not me. Independence Day is my favorite holiday. Don't laugh. I get teary eyed listening to patriotic tunes and choke back a … [Read more...] about Fireworks Sangria – 5:00 Fridays TM