Bullying hurts. I was bullied as a child. So was my mom. And now, my daughter is living through her own trial with bullying. No doubt, our family has suffered from these experiences. But, we have also learned a lot. And that is the story More
On your mark, beep! I dive into the icy cold pool, goggles on, with a range of emotions. Can I do this? It’s been years since I donned a race suit and swam in competition mode. What is everyone thinking about me? Will I make my family More
Things are always better in color, right? Colorful photos, colorful fashion, colorful makeup palettes, and for today’s extra special treat—colorful galactagogues, or More
My son (12), got covid and threw up on a giant stuffed dog he has. It's just on the front feet from what I've seen, may have splashed in other areas as well but I haven't had time to investigate. So yes, the vomit has now dried. Any suggestions on how/if I may be able to...
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My 22 year old daughter recently moved back home and is not currently attending college. My 19 year old attends college and lives at home. Neither help around the house. All they pay is their car insurance. I am divorced from their dad. They told me that it is the parent...
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Has anyone tried one of those subscription meal plans? Did it save you time?
The situation is this: my m.i.l.(husb. mom) had a stroke years ago and has not been able to work. She doesn't have a computer, either. I think she could do something via computer or phone, but she has trouble hearing now, too. And she probably doesn't know anything abo...
I figured I'd throw this out there :) One of the many benefits of moving my mom close to us is that we both have dogs - we have 2 and she has 1 - and rather than board them at a kennel when we are out of town, is we take turns dog sitting. Huge savings across the boa...
Things are always better in color, right? Colorful photos, colorful fashion, colorful makeup palettes, and for today’s extra special treat—colorful galactagogues, or more specifically, the rainbow of galactagogues…. More
The holidays are over, New Year’s resolutions have been made, and next up for many of us is…Girl Scout cookie time! Around this time of year, many Girl Scout parents get that all-too-familiar email to let them know it’s “go time” to sell those tasty treats. But let’s get real here, who actually does the hard selling? Is it your girls? Or is it you??… More
On your mark, beep! I dive into the icy cold pool, goggles on, with a range of emotions. Can I do this? It’s been years since I donned a race suit and swam in competition mode. What is everyone thinking about me? Will I make my family proud or disappointed? But I’m doing this for my daughter, despite my fear and reservations…. More
Traveling is one of the best things you can do in life. It gives you the time to relax, get out of your comfort zone, and meet amazing people. Whenever you have the chance to hit the road, make sure to use the opportunity. But traveling without a plan and directions can be stressful. Luckily, the internet is here to help with some excellent advice on smooth and relaxing trips…. More
