As a mother of two children, I know it is vital to their learning and development for them to fall in love with books, much like I did when I was a little girl. Finding out that our President Obama has decided to cut funding for Reading is Fundamental programs has me very frustrated. I… [Continue Reading]
Wordless Wednesday-Music People, Lyric People
February 16, 2010 By 17 Comments
Apparently Iowa Drivers
February 16, 2010 By 4 Comments
Still haven’t gotten a hint about the snow on the roads. No matter how much snow and ice there is TIME AND TIME AGAIN, people think they can drive like it’s a hot sunny 90 degree day. Just because you have a huge truck or SUV, does not make you have power and invincible to… [Continue Reading]
Sunday Stroll-Valentine’s Day *Contest Linky*
February 14, 2010 By 2 Comments
La Choy Creations Blog Tour
February 13, 2010 By 1 Comment
Being a Mom of two young ones and constantly on the go with school, appointments, and so on, finding good meals can be somewhat of a challenge. Unlike most college students, I can’t exactly have the frozen food/ramen noodle diet with the girls in the house. I want them to eat a variety of good… [Continue Reading]
When Blog Giveaways Go Wrong-Evenflo Car Seats *UPDATE*
February 11, 2010 By 26 Comments
Update-While my winner has now received her prize, there are individuals that are still waiting that have been longer than my winner waited. I am truly frustrated by how many bloggers have had issues, been treated differently, etc. I am not okay with knowing fellow bloggers have had circumstances worse than my own. If you… [Continue Reading]
Thinking about Lasik Eye Surgery
February 11, 2010 By 4 Comments
So I have been wearing glasses since I was 10. I got contact lenses at 14. Honestly, I’m pretty freaking blind as a bat. My prescriptions are -4.25 and -4.75. It runs in my family though. On BOTH sides. I’m like doomed. As it comes time for me to get ANOTHER eye exam just so… [Continue Reading]
Wordless Wednesday-They’re Related *Linky*
February 9, 2010 By 6 Comments
Tuesday Timeout-Already Gone
February 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Remember all the things we wanted Now all our memories they’re haunted We were always meant to say goodbye Even with our fists held high It never would’ve worked out right We were never meant for do or die I didn’t want us to burn out I didn’t come here to hold you, now I… [Continue Reading]
Minnie’s Bow-tique Available February 9th on DVD
February 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Mickey and Minnie Mouse have been a favorite of families for many generations. I remember watching Mickey Mouse as a little one and loved each character. Pluto was my favorite of course. With today’s release of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie’s Bow-Tique , my girls have found a new love getting to see Mickey Mouse and… [Continue Reading]
Trying to Play Catch-Up
February 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
I have to apologize if we are kind of missing in action right now. Between this horrid weather and now both girls being sick with me, Mommy is worn out! I tried hard to keep hand sanitizer and everything constantly cleaned but my poor girls got what Mommy has. We’re doing lots of cuddle times… [Continue Reading]
Dear Three Year Old,
February 9, 2010 By 2 Comments
Just so we get our facts straight, now I know you are growing and asserting your independence. That’s awesome. But last I checked, I’m the Mommy. So let’s stop with the trying to boss Mommy around, ok? Telling Mom to do something NOW or Kelsie wants it NOW just doesn’t work around here. Be a… [Continue Reading]
I’m Not Your Scapegoat anymore
February 7, 2010 By 1 Comment
I have been the one to hear all your troubles and all your worries. I have been the one that got it taken out on when something didn’t go your way. I don’t want you fighting for my acceptance. I will no longer stick up for you. You have something you have to say, you… [Continue Reading]
Jon Lacina Missing Two Weeks
February 7, 2010 By 2 Comments
Two weeks have passed since the time Jon Lacina was last seen. No cell phones or bank accounts have been touched since the night he disappeared on January 22nd. An Iowa State student is missing. While I did not know Jon personally, I am a mother. I am a former Iowa State Student. I am… [Continue Reading]
