I like to think I'm an intelligent woman but the most intelligent person can still do nutty things, especially when she are low on caffeine. I recently went to McDonald’s and had another one of those moments. So I was making my morning trip to McDonald's to get my coffee. And apparently, I really needed … Continue reading Tunnel Vision For My Coffee
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How To Make Bird Feeder Citrus Cups
Did you know that February is National Bird Feeding Month? And, yes, I'm aware that I am writing this in May but it's still true. National Bird Feeding Month became official in 1994, thanks to Illinois Congressman John Porter. February is one of the most difficult months for birds to make it through so the … Continue reading How To Make Bird Feeder Citrus Cups
Another Day In The Life, A Poem
I was inspired to write a poem after reading this one by Pooja I used to love to write poetry but haven’t in years. So please be gentle, haha😁 I hear my son before I open my eyes, He is bonding virtually with someone across the country. And I realize another day has begun. I … Continue reading Another Day In The Life, A Poem
How To Manage Your Post Con Depression
Depression. Seasonal depression. Manic depression. There are so many different kinds. But, they all stink. For me, right now, it’s Post Con Depression. Yes, it’s a thing. You see, when you go to a convention, you are insulated in this bubble of people who get you. We might have different fandoms but we all are … Continue reading How To Manage Your Post Con Depression
Adopting An Older Child From Foster Care
I’m a big supporter of foster care adoption, as some of you are aware, and I’m so very glad we did it because it brought us to our children. But it wasn’t all simple. Adopting from foster care is a lot. You are at the mercy of case workers and judges. And adopting teenagers is … Continue reading Adopting An Older Child From Foster Care
Meeting Steve Burns
Steve Burns. I met Steve Burns! You know, the guy from Blue's Clues? The original? The guy who paved the way? The guy who graced our screens with green stripes from 1996-2002? Yes, that guy! And he was everything that I hoped he would be. I mean, he didn't ask me to abandon my family … Continue reading Meeting Steve Burns
Conquering Fears And Making It Through
We all have fears or phobias. My son is afraid of heights. My sister is afraid of being trapped. According to google, there are many who have a phobia of holes. And I'm no exception. I have fears and things that just plain freak me out. And I have spent most of my life letting … Continue reading Conquering Fears And Making It Through
Effective Ways To Lose Weight By A Novice
Some time ago, I told my doctor strange my concerns about my breathing. (He’s not really strange, I’m just a fan of Doctor Strange!) Dr. Yalch really is a good doctor. Anyway, I said that I get out of breath very easily and I was worried something was wrong. And he asked me if I … Continue reading Effective Ways To Lose Weight By A Novice
Raising Responsible Children: Practical Ways to Teach Life Skills
As a parent, I often worry about what I’m teaching my kids. One of the most important things that I want to teach them is responsibility. These are a few strategies that I try to keep in mind. via Pexels 1) Goal Setting Helping kids set goals is one of the best ways to teach … Continue reading Raising Responsible Children: Practical Ways to Teach Life Skills
Ten Things You Should Know About Bunnies
For several months, I have been fostering bunnies, in addition to my personal bunnies. This is definitely not something that I expected but now I could never live without them. Throughout this adventure, I have learned a lot about these big -eared goofballs. So here are 10 things I have learned about bunnies that I … Continue reading Ten Things You Should Know About Bunnies