McCain’s New RunningMate

Holy smokes! I predicted Leiberman, but I’m glad I’m wrong. She’s Sarah Palin, 44 years old, the governor of Alaska, a mom of 5…the oldest in the military and the youngest a baby with Down’s. I could go on, but I’m sure you’ll hear about her if you haven’t already. This is huge. I’m thrilled. I love many of the things she stands for...

August 30, 2008
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Something Good for Dinner!

A while ago, I found a food blog that had a dinner plan for portobello burgers and sweet potato fries. I asked for the seasoning on the fries (cuz I’ve never done the fries before) and she posted the recipe. It looks so good! This is our dinner tonight. So much healthier than a beef burger and fried fries…not that I have anything against...

August 30, 2008
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New Layout!

Obviously I had my blog redone (thank you, Paul!) I went from blue to this nice autumn theme in time for the upcoming season. And I want to know you think! If you’re a friend, family member, or someone I don’t know that’s nice enough to just drop by, leave a comment if you’ve got a second. Thanks!

August 29, 2008
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My Kids Have Taught Me…

1. When changing your baby’s diaper on your bed, use your husband’s side. He’ll never notice the wet spot. 2. When burping your baby, keep his face away from your chest. 3. Turn the light on at night when you use the bathroom after a tired 3 year old. 4. It’s best to pretend the wet spot on the bathroom floor is water when...

August 29, 2008
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Just Say “No!”

I was reading a great blog today that had a post that sounded so familiar! I don’t know a mom who, at the beginning of the school year, vows to do it all. We want to be friends with all the other moms, we want to make sure the kids have everything they need before they need it, and we have to do this...

August 28, 2008
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Thinking about Halloween!

I love the holidays! Not that Halloween is technically a holiday, but I love it anyway. I love the smells, the excitement, the decorations, the anticipation. I love taking pics of the kids in their costumes. Hopefully Pierce will have a little more fun this year. Last year costumes were very last-minute and neither of the kids were happy with them. Gab was a...

August 28, 2008
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Back to School Again!

Summers go by entirely too fast in our house. Gab’s starting to settle into her classroom and new teacher. She’s excited for this new year; she got the teacher she wanted and it’s her last year of elementary! There were a couple girls she got catty with last year, but she’s happy they’re in the other class…makes both our lives easier!  She’s still planning...

August 27, 2008
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I am “They.”

A new acquaintance of ours recently told us he has a friend who’s favorite saying is “I am “they.” Brilliant!…I thought. “They” are telling us how to raise our kids. “They” are tearing down the rain forests. “They” are causing pollution. “They” are causing our children to grow up faster, with clothes, music, peer pressure. “They” need to clean up the language on tv....

August 26, 2008
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Remember the Texas Country Reporter?

I remember when I lived in Texas growing up, my parents would watch this guy every once in a while. So when I found him on YouTube, it was really exciting! It just brought back a lot of memories of what I consider home. The culture, the flags everywhere, the accents, and the warmth that Texas is. I’m still homesick. For those of you...

August 25, 2008
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So Proud of Olympians

I’ve had a great time watching the Olympics this year. I’ve been glued to the channels that show the sports and have learned so much. I’ve rooted for the US teams/Olympians and have been disappointed with them when they lost a match/race/game. I’ve loved watching the beach volleyball duo win match after match; they haven’t lost in a year and have been the only...

August 25, 2008
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