June 19, 2013

Getting Involved in School

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Do you have kids in School? Silly questions... Isn't it.  Well, for the past year I have been involved in my children's school and it was the best decision I ever made. When it happened I had all the excuses in the world... I already had a full plate I have too many other things going on The kids are so involved in extra curricular activities How would I find the time? I don't have childcare when the meetings happen and on and on Well, I had never been to a School Council or School Foundation meeting and here I was thinking … [Read more...]

Many Thanks

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Nature, time, and fresh air tend you make us reflect on our lives and what a fitting time to do just that, Thanksgiving. We truly all have so many things to be thankful for, but do we give thanks? Here is my Triple Dog Dare: I would love if you could take the time to Thank 3 people each day over the weekend for something out of the ordinary. Try it, I think it will bring a smile to their face and yours. Easy task this week. :) So now I want to Thank each of you who touch my life. Everyone I hae met along the way has given me a gift and my … [Read more...]

New Year, New You!

2012 New YOU!

  New Year and a Fresh Start gives you a feeling of Rejuvenation! Are you in? Celebrating the Season, making resolutions is scary, but try this. Instead of one resolution this year I am again going to make 12 resolutions. Now how daring is that!! Here is the twist... A new one for every month of 2012; Yes,I am going to commit to something new each month. I do believe there is truth in the fact that you can change a habit in just 21 days. So if I can do something for 30 days it should be easier to flow into the rest of the … [Read more...]

My Spirit was renewed by these kids.

Amazing Girl Gift Box

Are you looking for some Christmas Spirit? Well ladies, it’s been a while since we got together during that brutal winter snow storm when you ventured out onto the icy, blowing, chilly winter night. If you recall, it was our first real dump of snow and winter storm of 2011. And it was a dousie. That morning, I remember thinking that “well it’s a fitting night to learn some winter driving tips” and as the day went on it got worse and worse and I was concerned and wouldn't have blamed you if you had … [Read more...]

Christmas Lists…

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Christmas times see more Lists than any other time of year! If businesses are about Location, Location, Location, Then Christmas must be about Lists, Lists, Lists I'm not sure about you but at this time of year I feel a bit more stress, am overwhelmed, and up late every night getting it all done. This year is no different. I find myself making more LISTS at this time of year than any other. I have to make a list for my lists, if you can believe it. • The Gift List • Cleaning List • Packing List • Grocery … [Read more...]

Ideal Gifts for Teachers

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Top 5 Gifts for Teachers This is a Stumper Your kids LOVE their teachers (most of the time) and want to buy them a gift but you're stumped about what to buy. To show your appreciation for what your teacher does for your child and ultimately your family buy them a candle?...No, a Mug?...Please no more mugs!, ornaments?... no thanks, chocolate?... food is always good as it can be used but I have some way better ideas that throughout my years of teaching I received and loved! Gift Cards! Let's be honest you really don't know your child's … [Read more...]