Bird is working on a project for school that requires him to view the sky at different times of the day and sketch and reflect upon what he sees. I told my friend Susan about this project and how it made me think of her. Bird and I went out to look at the sky together, and I … [Read more...] about I love you to the moon and back again.
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Susan G. Komen Cares More About Politics Than People
I've been touched by breast cancer. I don't know a single person who hasn't been. I've raised a lot of money for breast cancer research. My feet have walked many miles racing for the cure. I stopped short of buying lots of pink crap because the pinkwashing is akin to consumer … [Read more...] about Susan G. Komen Cares More About Politics Than People
For Susan (@WhyMommy) – Wordless Wednesday
Susan Inspired – Not So Wordless Wednesday
Susan's story inspired me to participate in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. I had just started blogging and serendipitously discovered Susan's blog, Toddler Planet. Our boys are about the same age so her stories resonated with me. I immediately loved her voice and candor. … [Read more...] about Susan Inspired – Not So Wordless Wednesday
AVON Walk for Breast Cancer – Stop the War in My Rack
Free slideshow design personalized with Smilebox I did it! We did it! My team walked 39.3 miles in the Washington, D.C. Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. I generally get cranky driving 39 miles so imagine how I felt pounding the pavement, and the mulch, and the pebbly paths … [Read more...] about AVON Walk for Breast Cancer – Stop the War in My Rack
Avon Walk for Breast Cancer – These boobs were made for walking.
I've never done anything really big in my life. I've had my moments but haven't done anything momentous. Yes, I gave birth to two healthy, lovely boys. And yes, I'm doing my bit to raise them well. But family aside, I haven't many notches in my belt. When I was young(er) I had … [Read more...] about Avon Walk for Breast Cancer – These boobs were made for walking.
Race for the Cure: Team Dirt & Noise
I've been doing the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure every year for a few years with an amazing group of friends. Some new pals flit in and out of the group as our schedules permit, but every year we have a fantastic team. Team Dirt & Noise was no different this year: … [Read more...] about Race for the Cure: Team Dirt & Noise