Sep 14, 2012

Shark Girl Loses A Tooth

September 14, 2012 By

I lost my first tooth when I was five years old. Cordy lost her first tooth at five years old, too. So when Mira turned five, I waited to see when her first baby tooth would start to wiggle.Mira's … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: growing up, Mira


Sep 13, 2012

The Transportation Situation

September 13, 2012 By

If you follow me on Twitter or Facebook, you may have seen my frequent complaints about the buses for our elementary school. We're a few weeks into the school year now, so you'd think that any issues … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Autism, Cordy, school


Sep 8, 2012

When Your Political Tweet Is Retweeted Astray

September 8, 2012 By

This may be my longest post ever. Hang in there, it's worth it. I hope. Look, I dislike talking politics on my blog. This is where I write about my family and my personal thoughts on all sorts of … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: big issues, clearly insane, me me me, politics, pop culture


Sep 5, 2012

What’s In A Name?

September 5, 2012 By

For as sweet as Cordy appears, there's a strong stubborn streak in her that many don't realize until they've spent some time with her. She was by far the most strong-willed toddler I've ever … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Cordy, daily life, school


Sep 5, 2012

Dove Conditioner vs. Fried Purple Hair (& Giveaway!)

September 5, 2012 By

This has been a rough summer on my hair. Beyond the usual hot, humid Ohio weather - which has been hotter that normal, though not quite as humid - I've also found new and creative ways to damage my … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: giveaways, me me me, reviews, sponsored


Aug 31, 2012

Two Months & Goal – Now What?

August 31, 2012 By

I've reached the end of my two month ambassador program with Slim-Fast, and I have to say it's been a great success. I did the Slim-Fast program for four months at the beginning of the year, and that … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: food, motivation, success Tagged With: , ,


Aug 30, 2012

Don’t Let The Praise Go To Your Head

August 30, 2012 By

We signed the girls up for gymnastics over the summer. The once a week classes were our best hope for our two daughters developing any coordination, balance, or the ability to not trip and fall while … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Aaron, Cordy, daily life, kid logic, love, Mira