Continue to Embrace Change Life is changing.  Whether we like it or want it or create it or NOT, changes in life happen.  We can’t stop it.  We might as well embrace it, enjoy it, and make the most of it.   I try to do this. I don’t like the thought of my kids growing up and one day leaving me to start life on their own; but I know it’s coming. That’s change; change that I can mold in the making by instilling in my kiddos today what will carry them into their future as adu... Read Full Story

NO Nasty Chemicals: No problem – NO Nasty Cleanup: No problem Remember the post when I talked about the way it used to be with just the three of us?  Back then I used my little itty bitty George Foreman – you know the one that will only hold 2 hamburgers on the grill at time… I still have it.  I love that little thing.  I would pull it out to make grilled cheese, quesadillas, and even FRENCH TOAST!  It’s great for one person or two.  Yes it will even make French toast... Read Full Story

When I started planning the trip to Kentucky (literally months ago) for training classes; I had to plan a way to take care of the kids while I was away.  As a single mom this is the first thought that comes to mind when you hear the words “Can you go out of town for this event?” I have been working for the same non-profit over ten years and they have always been great about being flexible.  Quite frankly, it is not often they even need me to go out of town.  But when they do, m... Read Full Story

I have so much to share about the trip… but let me just leave you with a quick note.  I made it home last night, after stressful flights (beyond imagination).  Yes, more about that story is to come soon. Thankful to be back home, and grateful my luggage made it with me…  This was the highlight of the trip home (see above) from Louisville – this beautiful sunset seen out the airplane window. Find yourself… keeping it real. Technorati Tags: travel,Louisville,Kentucky,home,trai... Read Full Story

I hate admitting that I don’t have it all together, don’t you? The SINGLE MOM LifeI shared with you recently about all the whirlwinds going on in my life, all the changes, new responsibilities, and new horizons I have decided to embark.  With my life, as a single mom and working through many of life’s hurdles along the way, I thought I had everything functioning in tune like a well oiled machine.  My lists are set and being checked off regularly as new lists are made.  I have m... Read Full Story

I am headed to Louisville, Kentucky in the next few days.  The hotel, Seelbach Hilton is in the photograph above…. somewhere.  That’s where I will be staying.  This isn’t a pleasure trip though, I’m going there for some training for my day job but I hope to get some cool photos (like this one) while I’m there.  This trip I will be flying (not driving)… but I still covet your prayers for travel mercies! Find yourself… keeping it real. Photo Credit: http://www.aaomr.org/i... Read Full Story

            Here is Kass all bundled up at the farm before we take the hayride over to the corn maze.  It was a cold day at the farm, trust me. Jas and his G.F. on the hayride… he didn’t want to pose… so this is the best pic I got of the two of them.     Mr. M. and his boys with Kass ahead of me in the maze.                             Then we were off to find pumpkins. ... Read Full Story

Well the list continues from my previous posts on what I wish I had been told before I got married.  I hope you are gleaning from these tips.  Please feel free to comment and add your own, or provide feedback about these ideas.  I would love to hear from you! 5.  BECOME PLAYMATES:  (Remember the blog post about Boys and their Toys?)  A book was written about this very idea titled, Boys and Their Toys: Understanding Men by Understanding Their Relationship with ... Read Full Story

I’ve been getting random emails from this guy with the same last name as mine to my Gmail account.  The first one I disregarded as spam, weirdly.  Then I continued to get mail from him, calling me “babe” and would I look at this or would I call such and so.  They read as if he knew me; but he must have me confused with someone else. The latest one I received and here I quote his email (without giving you the link): I was going to surprise you with this anniversary gift (since... Read Full Story

The Current Whirlwind There are so many many things going on in my world right now… that I am finding it difficult to think straight (leave alone find time to blog). A true whirlwind. It’s not a bad thing… I just have to get my lists organized, and myself focused so that I can prioritize what to think about next and then what to actually do next!  (Because, btw, I do still need to blog on a couple eco products I was sent to try out for the purpose of a review, FTC and a hand held mixer... Read Full Story