Did that headline grab your attention? You did read that correctly, I was not born in the hospital and my birth story is one that my parents loved to tell over and over again. It is one of those that would make the news today and did make our local little paper. Up til a…
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Middle Child: 25 Days of Me
Welcome to the first day of 25 Days of Me! Today I thought I would start with something pretty easy and that is the fact I am a middle child. Yep, that explains so much right? There are four of us and I will explain how I am the middle and an oldest all at…
25 Days of Me
I did something like this several years ago and I thought it would be fun to do it again. A kind of way to fill the void that December sometimes brings, especially as we all take the time to enjoy the holidays. For me, December means a little less work but at the same time…
A Style All Her Own
This post was originally posted back in 2011 as part of SocialMoms and the jcpenney blogging program. I thought I would update things a bit and share it with y’all again. At some point as mothers, we all go through the “I don’t want to wear that!” argument with our children. I remember the very…
No Friday Cocktails in November
This post contains affiliate links. I only showcase and work with brands I love so thank you for helping me to support them and me as I may earn a small amount when you make a purchase. Friday has rolled around again and that usually means it is time for Friday Cocktails ! However during the…
What is the Nicene Creed?
I am made no secret here on the blog about my Catholic faith and I almost always get questions from readers when I post. I do answer those questions as honestly and openly as I can. I also like to share things about my faith with y’all from time to time. Things that you may…
Busiest Week of the Year
At least that is how the schedule for this week looks and feels. Ma is having eye surgery this morning and while it is a fairly simple one she is nervous. That means taking her to the surgery center and then I have to be on the premises the entire time. It also means she…
How To Be A Responsible Sports Parent
What comes to mind when you think of being a sports parent? While many different stereotypes come to mind, being a sports parent is about more than just shouting from the sidelines. As a parent, you want what’s best for your child regardless of the type of activity they partake in, and being able to…
Friday Cocktails – October 29, 2021
It’s the first Friday of the month and is it time for Friday Cocktails ! Gosh it’s hard to believe that October is almost over! I mean this year has just flown by and we will soon be getting ready for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Can you believe that?
Friday Cocktails – October 22, 2021
It’s the first Friday of the month and is it time for Friday Cocktails ! We are a week away from Halloween, give or take a day or so. As I have said before we don’t do a lot for the day. I enjoy Halloween but don’t celebrate it in a big way.
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