What was it about the 80's that made it so memorable? The bright colors, the rainbow leg warmers, the blue eyeshadow? There are too many "bad" style choices to even mention. But, they make for an interesting and colorful dance performance... as we found out a few weeks ago.I mentioned earlier that our daughter was taking hip hop from Mr. B at her dance school. Yes, he really goes by … [Read more...]

I read this great list from Tricia Goyer in her newsletter this week and thought I'd share it with you. What would you add? 10. When you don't feel like cooking you can order pizza and make everyone happy.  9. The words "Great job, son!" still makes my son's face glow like they did when I gave him praise for no pee-pee in underwear when he was two.   … [Read more...]

I was recently sent a link to a hilarious video made by Greenpeace. It's a spoof on the Kleenex commercials. Gotta watch. Then take action...just takes a little bit from all of us to make a big difference. Recommended: Fluff Out, Seventh Generation, Natural Value, 365. The full Greenpeace Recycled Tissue and Toilet Paper guide can be found at www.greenpeace.org/tissueguide.Here … [Read more...]

Watched a hilarious pick me up today. I've seen a woman do something similar in song, but it's funny hearing it from a dad's perspective. Hard to keep up with him he's so fast. Take a look and enjoy! The speaker, Andy Andrews is also an author who just released a new book and launched a project called The Noticer. The Noticer Project is a worldwide movement to … [Read more...]

Does that description fit you? I hope not, but if you watch the video below you might just recognize yourself in a few of the examples. It's a humorous piece by Louis CK on Conan O'Brien's late night show. Warning: there is some language in the video so watch without kids present. Then let me know if you recognized yourself!  … [Read more...]

It's spring cleaning time and along with that came a much-anticipated blog facelift. I don't know if it really qualifies as an extreme blog makeover, but it's exciting nonetheless.For months, I've been contemplating a facelift for Lessons from the Scrapbook Page, including a name change. This blog has become so much more than I ever anticipated or expected. From two seasons of an … [Read more...]

That's right! Disney on Ice is coming to your town. It's time to get out of the house and take the kids for an exciting adventure with Disney! Below are the details...Offer #1: Get 4 tickets for just $44 by entering the code "MOM" at select ticketing channels*. Offer good on all performances, minimum purchase of 4 tickets required; additional tickets above 4 can be purchased at … [Read more...]

Just learned about a new program that lets you play with your pictures in fun and creative ways...a new way to scrapbook all those memories and even combine them! They've got a free trial, new website launching, and great video demos that show you how to do it.I've already got it downloaded and watched the tutorials. Can't wait to start playing with my pictures using this new program. … [Read more...]

Which picture do you like best???  Pictures by Gene Higa. Slideshow by Animoto (my favorite new form of "scrapbooking!"). Want a discount on their all-access pass? Enter code: vjtawiyo. … [Read more...]