Mary J. Blige – I Am
The lessons we learn in childhood are tough.Disappointment may be one of the toughest.Being disappointed in other people, well that’s hard. But, when we are disappointed with ourselves, sometimes, it’s too much…
Container Garden Tips
I woke up this morning with my eyes swollen shut. Don’t worry; they eventually opened (with a little coaxing). Once they did, they were all goopy and red. With bags…
Sushi Burrito
“I HAVE NEVER worn jeans and a dressy blouse to church on Easter!” I scream-whispered to my eldest daughter Shelbi, in the Macy’s girl’s department dressing room.”Yes you have. You always…
How To Boil An Egg
No, I don’t think you’re stupid.It’s not like I said, “Do you know how to boil water?”. I know you know how to boil water. Boiling eggs on the other…
Grimy Green Goop
WARNING : This post is not for the faint of heart. If you are opposed to bodily secretions of any kind do not read on. Again, DO NOT READ ON! Post will…
Movie Night Popcorn
4:30 am, Saturday morning. Quiet. Dark. Can’t sleep. I rolled over and nuzzled my forehead into the open space between Warwick’s neck and shoulder. Perfect fit. Just like a puzzle.I…
James Morrison – You Give Me Something
Nobody’s going to be knocking on your door telling you that I’m an authority on music. In fact, people (i.e. my sister and my husband) may come knocking on your…
Black Crayon Scratch Art
Every six months, or so, my kids go to the dentist. Yesterday was that day. The gang went in; I sat down, opened a magazine, and relaxed. It was really…
Super Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Bad Mom Moment #793:Yesterday was picture day. The girls wanted to wear their hair down. Get it all flowy, curly, and glammed up. You know, pop-star like. I was sick the…
Garlic Bread (Kinda Like Little Caesar’s But Whole Wheat and Not Made By Little Caesar)
Ssssshhhhhhh. Come here. *looks over her shoulder nervously* I need to tell you something, but I don’t want my husband to hear. He says it’s not funny. He thinks I’m going crazy.Because.…