Okay, so I wasn't actually fired, but I did receive my "non-renewal of contract." Bummer. I teach for an online high school, a job I love. In Washington State, our governor, who I, well, hate, has gutted our education budget so my small school district has to RIF (Reduction in Force) over 30 teachers. I knew something was coming when I got an email to meet with the head of HR. Not good, never … [Read more...]
And the Winner Is…Cari from http://2under2whew.blogspot.com/
April 26, 2009 Leave a Comment
Congratulations to Cari from http://2under2whew.blogspot.com/ who won the That Baby DVD and CD! Yipee! Cari, you will be rocking out in no time!!! … [Read more...]
Can You Help Solve a Cold Case?
April 21, 2009 3 Comments
Please let me introduce you to Anna Marie Sheehan. She was my grandpa's sister, one of 12 siblings. Only July 4th, 1982, Grandpa received a phone call at my aunt's cabin. Our entire family was together to celebrate the holiday. I remember it so clearly, even though I was only 9 years old. Aunt Marie was stabbed to death in her own home. She lived by herself in Tukwilla, Washington. The motive … [Read more...]
Free Garmin GPS to ALL My Readers*
April 20, 2009 Leave a Comment
Seriously, each and every one of you can get this awesome Garmin GPS. I'm not giving them out...what do you think, I'm some sort of millionare? Come on people! Here's what you need to do: Head on over to KeyBank.com, either online or at your local bank. You have a couple of hoops to jump through, but for a $250 piece of equipment? I'm all in! I have actually gotten lost in my hometown, so I need … [Read more...]
Awesome, Practical Craft Idea
April 17, 2009 2 Comments
I was checking out some blogs today, because that's what I do...when I should be, oh, I don't know...vacuuming, folding laundry, reading to my girls. Anyhoo... Over at Banana Frog Blog, Julie had an awesome idea to stamp dish towels. Her suggestion was to stamp "You Wash, I'll Dry." It would be cute to stamp each day of the week, ala FlyLady. You could even stamp "Powder Room" or something funny … [Read more...]
Did You Earn a Gold Star Today?
April 15, 2009 Leave a Comment
As moms and wives, when we do our job well, no one notices. This idea just occurred to me this week. If the dishes are done, clothes are clean and dinner’s on the table, no one really notices. If our kids are well behaved and our marriages are going well, no one mentions it. However, if there are no clean underwear, everyone knows it! If it’s cereal for dinner, everyone notices. If your kids … [Read more...]
Entertainment Review: That Baby DVD and CD-Review and Giveaway
April 14, 2009 22 Comments
Sometimes, I hate shopping for a baby shower. As a mom, I really wanted the things from my registry…I picked those things out for a reason! However, as the guest, I like a little bit of a surprise, but I also know the mom wants what the mom wants. What’s a girl to do? I found a super baby gift idea that fits the bill. Nearly every mom will want a baby-friendly video at some point. She may not … [Read more...]
Triumphant Entry-Sunday Schooling
April 12, 2009 Leave a Comment
I'm posting these a week late, which is not a problem most of the time, but this sermon was on Palm Sunday, to be posted on Easter Sunday, so the timing is a little off. However, Jesus is alwasy relevant, isn't he? Anyhoo... The title of today's sermon was "Blah, blah, blah." At first when I read it I thought maybe it was a template the secretary uses and she forgot to insert the actual title. I … [Read more...]
Do You Have Childlike Faith?
April 12, 2009 1 Comment
Here's a guest post from our Men's Group at church. The main author waited at least 5 years for his sweet daughter after having a son years ago. Knowing how precious this sweet girl is to her daddy makes me love this article even more! Ever tried to get a baby’s attention? You walk into a room and see the baby sitting in a swing, minding her own business, and doing what babies do. Before you … [Read more...]
Take an Empty Ice Cream Cone…
April 8, 2009 Leave a Comment
So, am I the best mom ever? Or the worst mom ever? Last week at the store, my daughters really wanted me to buy ice cream cones. I had some at home, so I said we’d have them for lunch. Hmmm…how can I make that a lunch? Genius? I slathered peanut butter on the inside, filled the cone with gold fish. Whole wheat goldfish, I might add. Then I put PB on top. Carbs and protein, right? My girls … [Read more...]