Jul 26, 2012

I’m Such A Pushover

July 26, 2012 By
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I've said before that I was a little nervous in adopting a dog. I was used to cats, I knew how they behaved and could expect it. Dogs were just such...dogs. They run around and crash into things like … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Cosmo, daily life


Jul 24, 2012

Sally Ride: Aiming For The Stars

July 24, 2012 By
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I was shocked to hear about the death of Sally Ride yesterday. Her name had been absent from the news for years (mostly of her own choosing), so we were all unaware she was battling cancer, but there … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: growing up, me me me, memories


Jul 16, 2012

Face Time With Friends at Applebee’s (Giveaway!)

July 16, 2012 By
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It's funny how social media has made us closer and yet farther away than ever from our friends and family. Why bother calling and possibly disturbing someone when you can send a text or a tweet? We no … [Continue reading...]

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


Jul 11, 2012

Dye-Free in a Brightly Colored World

July 11, 2012 By
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A few weeks ago Cordy came home from summer camp with bright blue streaks down her legs and blue around her mouth. I could already smell the artificial raspberry flavor, but still asked her about how … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Autism, big issues, Cordy, healthy living, rant


Jul 10, 2012

The Last Two Pounds – Going Back To What Works

July 10, 2012 By
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How many times have I heard that the last five pounds are the hardest to lose? I'd argue it's really the last two pounds. I've been hovering around 160 for weeks now, and it's so frustrating. Two … [Continue reading...]

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Jul 6, 2012

Beating the Heat With A Spash Park Adventure

July 6, 2012 By
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In case you don't follow anyone on Twitter or Facebook from Ohio (and if you don't, why not? I've got plenty of social media buttons over there ---> so get clickin'!) it's been HOT around here this … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: family time, holidays, local fun


Jul 4, 2012

Yet Another Guide For Newbies Attending BlogHer12

July 4, 2012 By
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Note: I wrote this post originally for BlogHer '08, but didn't see the sense in re-typing all of it again, since much of the advice holds true. Enjoy this recycled post with a few edits to make it … [Continue reading...]

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