I wouldn't say that I'm a huge pirate fan. But, when I heard that Krispy Kreme was giving out doughnuts on "Talk Like A Pirate Day," I suddenly became interested. Thanks to facebook, I learned that they would give a free doughnut to anyone who came in and talked like a pirate. Pretty cool! Or, they would … Continue reading Pirates Get The Best Doughnuts
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Clucking for Free Chicken
This is what I love about my family. Brian came home from work and I was expecting a mostly boring night since he was planning to watch a football game. I was fine with the football, but didn't expect much excitement in my evening. So, he comes home and says that someone from work said that Pollo … Continue reading Clucking for Free Chicken
How Not To Be Cool
I often wonder what my kids will think of me when they're older. Sometimes it helps me remember to take the extra time to have special moments because I know they'll remember them. Sometimes it's the reason I insist on traditions so they can continue them and look back on them, years later when we are … Continue reading How Not To Be Cool
Common Misconceptions About Adoptive Families
Perception is an interesting thing. I live my days with three children that are so much mine, in my heart, that I practically have memories giving birth to them. I know I didn't, though. No need to be concerned for my grasp on reality. But the point is that I don't dwell on the fact … Continue reading Common Misconceptions About Adoptive Families
Understanding Child Behavior: Lessons from My Four-Year-Old
My four-year old son, Antwan, is at a tricky age. He knows he's a kid, but he doesn't want to be treated like one. Actually, he's always been like that, so maybe it's just that he's tricky. He doesn't find anything more frustrating than feeling like he's not being listened to. He is often the voice … Continue reading Understanding Child Behavior: Lessons from My Four-Year-Old
Challenges and Joys of Adoption Finalization
Three years ago, today, on May 9, 2008, our adoption of William and Antwan was finalized. They came to live with us on February 15th, but, on this day, it was made official and legal! It was a special, monumental day. And, at the same time, it was like any other day when you have … Continue reading Challenges and Joys of Adoption Finalization
Teaching Moments: What My Kids Have Taught Me
Like many parents, I thought I was pretty smart when I became a mom. But everyday, my three children teach me even more. Either I wasn't that smart at the beginning or I'm really, really smart now. These are my life lessons from my 8-year-old, William. 1. A high five is appropriate in almost any situation. … Continue reading Teaching Moments: What My Kids Have Taught Me
Why We Rescued a Bullied Beta Fish
The other day, I was in the store with the babies and we stopped to look at the fish. I was looking at the Betas and I noticed that in one container, there were 2 of them. The first rule of Betas is that you can't put them together or they will kill each other. One of … Continue reading Why We Rescued a Bullied Beta Fish
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