I Still Haven’t Recovered From BlogHer ’11

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Alternate title: I left my spirit in San Diego. I've been home for over two days now and while I've settled back into my home routine again, everything still feels a little off. Part of the … [Continue reading...]



Making Time For Family Time

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Life has been a blur lately. I work third shift, Aaron works first shift, the kids are both in summer camp...it often feels like we're all just passing by each other in the evening. Weekends are full … [Continue reading...]



Double Agent

As I prepare for BlogHer this week, I've been bubbling over with excitement about seeing old friends and immersing myself in 5 days of IRL blogging heaven. This has occasionally resulted in my having … [Continue reading...]



My 6 Rules For Guilt-Free Fast Food Meals

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I can say without hesitation that fast food helped me get fat. That statement, however, is not me casting blame on the fast food industry for my problem. Although their food is laced with crack to … [Continue reading...]



A Car Story, Part Two: The Ford Fusion Hybrid

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I was a little misty-eyed when I had to give the keys to the Ford Focus back to the Ford representative after five days of fun. But my sadness quickly dissipated when he handed me the keys to the Ford … [Continue reading...]



Fun in the Sun

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Cordy and Mira demonstrate proper head and eye protection in the sun.  Too bad Cordy already scorched her shoulders in a sunscreen mishap earlier last week. (Yes, this is totally a shameless … [Continue reading...]



Picky Eater

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Going out in public with my children can sometimes be a challenge. Especially if going out involves eating, and that eating is taking place either in someone else's home or at a restaurant my girls … [Continue reading...]