The kids are back to work or college, the Saints beat the Patriots and a light coating of snow has fallen across the land for the first time this winter.
Last night we went to help put up my daughter’s outdoor Christmas lights so at least I saw one of the kids to help get me [...]
Mine did until I went looking for a plugin to fix this droop on my sidebar. I got something for now but it doesn’t list the numbers of posts or ring any bells and whistles, so I am still on the hunt.
Ah, if it were just as easy to fix some other droopy things…
But onward to make [...]
I decided to check out my Facebook page and noticed that my niece had some new photos posted. I looked and low and behold, the moldy bread we found in my fridge yesterday was there. This loaf was dated to be eaten before June 23.
See what happens when your child goes off to college? All [...]
Even my kids, who LOVE Christmas, agree that is a bit much. We were riding home from Christmas shopping and saw through a window, a Christmas tree up and decorated on November 10. Sorry but that is crazy, and that is coming from someone who loves the whole season.
While I love Christmas because everyone is [...]
I was sent on a mission. My daughter’s computer died and I was to get the system restore disks to her. Following the directions to find them in her things was like being on a Lewis and Clark expedition, but I found the box in her closet.
No disks in the box. As I read the manual, [...]
A workbook for teens and young adults covering the basics for understanding personal finance, money management, bank accounts, credit cards, the stock market and the value of saving.
Fun and funny stories from parents and grandparents about family, children and all the joys of raising kids. Stories from real life that will make you smile and help anyone celebrate parenthood.
So I am learning that some things do not change. Back in the day, it was providing words of wisdom and encouragement to an eight-year-old. Now, with the child mostly grown and living away from home, we find the same situation but with the added encumbrance of distance between us. Luckily, in this day and age, a mom or dad can use the new technologies in these situations, and make both you and your child feel ...
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