Dear Beyonce and writers of the “Bootylicious” song, I’m writing to say “Thank you.” Because of your song, “Bootylicious”, I am able to make my mornings great while annoying my son and husband at the same time. How is this? My son loves peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. LOVES them. Have a I mentioned he’s […]
The Mother Company Launches Second Children’s Program “Ruby’s Studio: The Friendship Show”
November 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Driven by the mission to “Help Parents Raise Good People,” The Mother Company is launching their second childrenʼs program, Ruby’s Studio: The Friendship Show. This new episode in the award-winning Rubyʼs Studio series features adorable live-action host, Ruby, who leads young viewers (ages 2-7) on an engaging adventure through fun animated sequences, art projects and […]
Laundry and the Tween
October 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Peanut changes clothes at least 4 times a day now. FOUR! It’s driving me batty. I’ve asked him why he’s changing clothes so much and he doesn’t have a clue other than “Well, Mom, I needed a new outfit.” I’ve tried other options to so I don’t have to wash as much. The sniff test doesn’t […]
Cozi takes on Halloween
October 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Do you love Halloween as much as I do? What about your little Goblins and Ghouls? With Halloween right around the corner, Cozi released it’s second-annual Sweet & Spooky Halloween Survey today! Cozi’s Sweet & Spooky Survey Finds Mini Candy Bars Will Rule the Treat Bag Cozi asked families about their Halloween plans, and their […]
My Mommyality
October 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
What is my Mommyality? I have a tween now, Peanut is nearly 12 and a half. He has a mustache and his voice has changed. How did that happen? To be quite honest with you, I don’t know. One day he was answering the phone with a sweet angelic voice, the next day I thought […]
Bittersweet, precious time
August 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Have you ever sat around and wondered what it would be like when your kids leave home? Peanut is 12. I can’t believe we’re already to this point, because in six years, he’ll be going off to college. Where has the time gone? I guess I’m on this melancholy vent after attending my nephew’s 16th […]
Back to School Organization — Cozi Edition
August 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Between family vacation and a new job, things have been hectic around here. Not as hectic it could be since I work from home and set a great deal of my hours, but it’s been a period of adjustment nonetheless. Seeing as how I’m still on vacation for a couple of more days, but at […]
School’s Out: Routines, Head Butting and Tweens
July 10, 2012 by 1 Comment
School is out and with it, I’m feeling a little out of sorts. You see, I have a good routine and spend a great deal of quality time with Peanut. Unfortunately, his idea of quality time this summer is trying my patience and getting on my last nerve. Believe me, it has to be the […]
Protecting Kids from Cyberbulling — Live Chat 5-21-2012
May 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Cyberbullying is a very real, very scary occurrence happening every second of every day. Kids often find they have no place to escape and it’s a form of bullying that not only invades your child’s privacy, but it’s even more difficult for parents to track down and prevent. After Peanut’s experience with bullying earlier this year, I […]
6th Grade Math and End of Grade Testing
May 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Sixth grade math and end of grade testing are going to take the one or two blonde hairs left on my head and finish them off. My husband and Peanut are going over his math. Right now, the sounds from my living room go something like this “Pi, R squared, circumference, diamter” blah, blah, blah. […]
Recent Comments