My Sweet Baby #SOWM

My Sweet Baby - First Moments of Life

Pregnant again after 12 years and three miscarriages in between, I was fearful of losing this baby. Even after multiple sonograms, other medical tests and appointments with a specialist, it was impossible to think that I would deliver a healthy, sweet baby. Lots of prayers and tears filled my days waiting to hold my baby [...]

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Becoming a New Grandma

New Gradma Quote

I am going to be a grandmother for the first time! When my daughter told the good news, I cried tears of joy. It really wasn’t unexpected, but it was so exciting. But, the scary part is that I have a lot to learn about becoming a new grandma. Thinking back on my daughters’ births, [...]

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Hunger in the USA Portrayed in A Place at the Table Movie

A Place at the Table Hunger in The US

Hunger is a crucial problem in the USA. The documentary movie, A Place at the Table portrays the reality of living with food insecurity. There are 50 million people facing food insecurity in our country. Just think about that number and let it sink in. In one of the richest countries of the world, adults [...]

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Earth Day Tips

Earth Day Quote

Earth Day is a day to celebrate nature. It’s also a day to raise awareness and learn about environmental responsibility. With the increase of global climate change, Earth Day has become more significant than in the past. Using the following Earth Day Tips, you can make a difference: Recycling Tips •    Besides plastic drink bottles, [...]

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Grieving the Loss of Aunt Barbie

grieving the loss

I am grieving the loss of my Aunt Barbie, who passed on Tuesday, April 9th. I began mourning her spirit slipping away months before. But, knowing that death is coming doesn’t make it any easier. For a long time, she was dealing with dementia and either didn’t make sense when she spoke or didn’t speak [...]

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Smartphone Safety with Kid’s Corner #vzwa

Smarphone Safety for Kids

As a parent, I am concerned about smartphone safety. The HTC Windows 8X phone has the Kid’s Corner feature. I’m considering using it for my 14 year old daughter after finding some mature websites and games on her phone. The Kid’s Corner is an individualized area that is reached without my Windows 8X password. I [...]

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Ten Tips for Dealing with Loss of a Pet

Coping Loss of Pet

I wanted to share my ten tips for dealing with the loss of a pet. Last week, my cat of 16 years passed and it was extremely hard to deal with. I was amazed and thankful that others told me they have been through the same thing and knew how I felt. I knew then, [...]

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Windows 8X Phone Sync with Windows Phone App #vzwa

Windows Phone app sync

One thing I wanted to do with my Windows 8X phone was to find a way to sync it with my desktop. So I did some research and found the Windows Phone App. Instead of adding it to your phone, you download it to your PC. I gave it a whirl and it was simple [...]

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Keeping A Clear Head

head exploding

Mucinex asked me why I need a clear head during my busy days. Since every day seems to be busy, I knew I had to share. Recently, I had one of those extra busy days when I felt like the only solution was to have a clone. Besides a doctor visit and blood work for [...]

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Fun at Work Day as a Blogger

Silly Slippers

Today is Fun at Work Day. As a blogger, I have fun at work, especially since I work at home. Some of it is the ordinary kind of fun stuff. Some of it pretty outlandish wacky stuff. But, it’s all in a day’s work. We can choose our attitude while we work. We can even [...]

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Word For The Year is Determined #InspiringMoms

Determined Word for the Year

I’m considering this year a new chapter in my life and a word to help me focus on my goals is DETERMINED. Instead of making resolutions for 2013, I created goals that I can keep track of and work towards achieving. The word Determined is powerful. And it’s just what I need right now. In [...]

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New Chapter in Life

Goals Quote

When a new year starts, I like to think of it as a new chapter in my life. It’s an opportunity to work on me both personally and professionally. Another area that needs improvement is my relationships, especially with family members. I don’t do resolutions, instead I do goals. They are not overwhelming. Writing my [...]

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