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A Richer World
A Richer World To leave the world richer–that is the ultimate success. Eleanor Roosevelt I have always felt it’s my goal to do my best to make this world a better place. It is why, many years ago, I became a foster mom. It’s why I adopted a greyhound and other shelter animals. It’s why my friends gave me the nickname Crazy Cat Lady. Every time I found a stray cat in need I took it home. It’s why I became a teacher and it’s why being present and available for my kids has always been a priority. During my last visit with my daughter, Arielle, she told me about something that…
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Monkey Cupcakes
Monkey Cupcakes These are very easy to make! I saw a picture of the cupcakes in the Wilton catalog and then found the mold at Michaels. I didn’t take the time to use different colored chocolate (yellow and green) but I still think they came out adorable. The cupcakes would be perfect for a party or an added treat with a read-aloud. Perhaps BOBBY the BOLD by Donna Jo Napoli and Eva Furrow. Illustrated by Ard Hoyt. Here’s what you will need. First, make the cupcakes and let them cool. Next, melt the chocolate chips. I used a microwave and stirred the chocolate in between 20 second intervals. Pour the chocolate into the…
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The Value of Our Words
The Value of Our Words Sometimes when you’re on a journey the road is dark and fear snakes in like a mist covering every inch of your soul and your will to keep going. That’s when the kind words or deeds of another can shine a light and give you the courage to keep on. We can be people who encourage and inspire or people who discourage and induce fear. It’s our choice. Picture this… You’re running a race. There is a crowd on your left and a crowd on your right. On the left the people are cheering for you! You’re exhausted and out of breath but they’re chanting your name and telling you to keep going. On the…
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Sailing the Seas of Parenthood
Sailing the Seas of Parenthood This has been a year of change for our family. At times it has not been fun. Saying good-bye to way of life I’d known for over eighteen years and realizing things will never be as they once were is still hard to process. Learning how to be a mom to two young adults has been a challenge, but one I’m happy to say I’m enjoying. Watching my children follow their passions and go bravely out into the world determined to follow their path and make their dreams come true is exhilarating. It’s the open door to the closed window of their childhood. It’s what makes…
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FSU Summer Music Camp
FSU Summer Music Camp! Yes those are drums in my living room. And yes they are very, very loud! On Father’s Day Eric proved what a great dad he was by rising with the sun after flying home from California, loading the trap set in the car, and driving us six hours to FSU in Tallahassee. Kai was excited to spend a week of playing jazz with high school students from all over Florida. I wasn’t sure if I was ready to move another child into a dorm even if it was only for a week. We arrived just when registration opened and were blown away with the organization and helpfulness of…
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Superman Cookies
Superman Cookies! Friday June 14th is the opening day for Superman! Why is this so important to me? Well, because Christopher Reeve is synonymous with Superman and the Reeve Foundation holds a very special place in my heart. They were a great support to us at a time when I needed to know someone was listening… someone cared. They did. You can read all about it here: Compassion in Action And here: Standing Up for What Is Right Now for the cookies! I took this picture before I started baking. You don’t need the Easy Writer and I had to buy a small tube of yellow icing. If you purchase the bag…
