Ask any new parent what they need and the answer will probably be “more sleep!” When I was a new mother I was so tired that I once tried to nurse a stuffed animal. No one was more surprised than me that I couldn’t get a good latch, except maybe Elmo. I read “The Happiest Baby Guide to Great Sleep” by Harvey Karp, M.D. and wish I’d had this book for my babies. Not that my babies could … [Read more...]
The Care and Feeding of Hobbits
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My kids are Hobbits. No, they don’t have hairy feet, but they do eat a lot. In addition to the meals I provide for them, they like an after-breakfast snack, a pre-lunch snack, et cetera, et cetera. No way can I or will I cook that much. So, what is a Hobbit to do for Elevensies? In our pantry and fridge, some foods are considered out of play (earmarked for a meal or a special treat) and some … [Read more...]
@ShopYourWay at Kmart for a deal on WWE merchandise. #WWEKmart
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Growing up in Tennessee in the 80s, professional wrestling was the second church. My friends debated endlessly about the comparative merits of their favorite stars. I remember Hulk Hogan being a perennial favorite. Twenty-something years later, professional wrestling under the banner of the WWE thrives even more. Top stars like The Rock and John Cena have a broad public appeal that echoes far … [Read more...]
Book Review of Lost In Suburbia by Tracy Beckerman
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Last month I was sent a digital copy of a new book from syndicated humor writer Tracy Beckerman. Since I’d previously bought and read Tracy’s first book, Rebel Without a Minivan, I was really looking forward to Lost in Suburbia. Rebel Without a Minivan is a compilation of Tracy’s columns, while Lost in Suburbia is billed as a “Momior” and has the feel of an autobiography in the style … [Read more...]
Newly Diagnosed with Diabetes or Asthma?
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This is a sponsored post where I was provided with a complimentary product for the purposes of review. All opinions and blood sugar results are my own! What would you do if you were newly diagnosed with diabetes or newly diagnosed with asthma? A year ago I started to feel bad pretty consistently. After a trip to the emergency room I followed up on my blood tests with my regular doctor. Along … [Read more...]
