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Time Keeps On Slipping…

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Where in the world does the time go? It seems like it constantly slips through my fingers. Even when, and sometimes because I am, slowing down to pay attention to the days and moments, it seems to rush by faster. Is it technology? Is it "old age?" Is it a myth? I remember my aunt telling me when I was in my 20's that life would start racing by... I already thought it was at that time. She … [Read more...]

Moms Go Back to School

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Now that the kids are headed back to school, have you thought of going back yourself? I have. I actually love school and the entire education setting. I guess that's not a real surprise since I was a teacher. But perhaps surprising that I'd consider going back for more. Even though I have my teaching certificate and Masters degree in Education, I've thought of enrolling in some courses on … [Read more...]

Facebook’s 25 Random Things Gets a Twist

What started as a Facebook trend, the urge to broadcast ‚Äú25 Random things about me,‚Äù is sweeping the nation. As Salon.com puts it ‚Äúlatest annoying Facebook trend might be one of the most inspiring Web crazes in years.‚Äù I don't know about all that, but in her latest post, ‚ÄúBad Mom‚Äù Caron Guillo has identified 25 things that make her feel like a bad mom. Ah, … [Read more...]

Let Me Help You Scrap It Real

You know that I'm as real as they get, right? Real wife, mom, woman with my own ups and downs, ins and outs. The great news is that being real is incredibly liberating. I admittedly don't have all the answers, but I do have some. Apparently enough that 5 Minutes for Mom has asked me to join their team as a columnist! I've appropriately named the column: Scrap It Real. It will run twice a month … [Read more...]

Making Time for Personal Retreat

I finally reached the end of my rope. Ever been there?  My life is in transition and I've been resisting the change. I'm nervous, scared, and excited, which leaves me anxious, exhausted, and lacking sleep. I'm sure you have no idea what I'm talking about, right? There are times in our life when we feel so far behind the 8-ball that the only solution is to get off the table or hide in one of … [Read more...]