Aug 4, 2010

See You At BlogHer!

August 4, 2010 By

So I'm leaving tonight for the BlogHer conference in New York, and as I look over the suitcase full of clothes, I'm pretty happy with what I'm seeing. Two dresses that I absolutely love. Jeans that … [Continue reading...]

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Aug 3, 2010

The Doctor’s Bill Hurts More Than The Shot

August 3, 2010 By

Being without health insurance at the moment, we've put off a lot of routine care because we simply can't afford the bills. Vaccination boosters can wait, yearly check-ups can be put off, and if … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: daily life, growing up, Mira, money, school


Jul 30, 2010

Tales of BlogHer Past (in Pictures)

July 30, 2010 By
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Many of you are familiar with the BlogHer conference, and for those who may not know, I'll be attending again next week in New York City. This will be my fifth BlogHer, so I kinda feel like an old-pro … [Continue reading...]

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Jul 29, 2010

Disturbing School District Priorities

July 29, 2010 By

There are times when I will defend our local school district. Aaron is a product of that district, and had a (mostly) positive experience with it, and so I often make an effort to remember that when … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Autism, big issues, Cordy, rant, school


Jul 27, 2010

I’m On A Roll

July 27, 2010 By
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It's been a big week of win around here, it seems. First, I ran for 20 minutes straight, which was a huge accomplishment.Then, I survived six days alone with my children and only ate fast food for a … [Continue reading...]

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Jul 26, 2010

Single Parents, I Salute You

July 26, 2010 By

I don't know how you do it. Seriously.You all deserve a medal. Or a hug. Or a national holiday in your honor, with guaranteed babysitting for the day so you can lounge poolside and have a margarita … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Aaron, being a mom, daily life, domestic zero, memories Tagged With:


Jul 24, 2010

And Sometimes You Surprise Even Yourself

July 24, 2010 By

Two years ago, I never could have dreamed that I could be a runner. I was out of breath climbing a flight of stairs.A year ago, I could never imagine running 8 minutes straight. After all, I tried … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: c25k, motivation, success