I love the moving sidewalks at the airport. Not only do I zip to my destination, but I have this sense of superiority as I blow past the people walking in the same direction I am. "Eat my dust suckers!" (Yeah, I know, real mature.) But I really do wonder why they would choose to … Continue reading Moving Sidewalks
General Awesomeness
Resume for ‘Mommy’
Wondering where I've been for the past month? I got a job! After 13 years of being a professional daytime TV watcher (aka stay-at-home-mom), it's time to bring home the bacon. I don't think I'll fry it up in a pan though. Too much grease. I'll microwave it surrounded by paper towels to absorb the … Continue reading Resume for ‘Mommy’
Your fireplace – sans fire!
Unless you live with Santa in the North Pole, I'm guessing your fireplace in the summer is like mine - nothing but a boring dust collector. I'm gonna show you how to make it fabulous in hot weather without the hot flames! Fill your fireplace with wood as if you're getting ready to start a … Continue reading Your fireplace – sans fire!
Child labor is a GOOD thing…
Okay, before you get mad at me, I don't mean the kids in the sweat shops. That is a universal evil. I mean putting MY own kids to work! What's the best use for your Frugal Friday sponges? Have someone else use them! Ha! Today's nugget will have your shower sparkling clean, and your … Continue reading Child labor is a GOOD thing…
Old people rock.
Seriously. Old people rock. They're awesome. (Well, most of them anyway. We all know a curmudgeon or two.) The wisdom from their collective experiences is pure gold. Unfortunately it usually takes a bit of work to mine for that gold. Lucky for you that I've got some fresh from the quarry, ready to share. A … Continue reading Old people rock.
Got teens who got zits? Get white.
You and your bank account will thank me for this one. Trust me. If you or anyone in your household struggles with the occasional facial anomaly, you immediately need to switch your sheets and towels to all white. (Don't worry, you can still use them after Labor Day. Emily Post and I approve.) I have found … Continue reading Got teens who got zits? Get white.
Frugal Friday
So it's Friday. And I'm feeling frugal. Hence the title. I have discovered the two secret ingredients that lead to great innovation: an empty bank account and laziness. Think about it. The inventor of the remote control? Come on. That dude did not set out to change the world - he just didn't want to get … Continue reading Frugal Friday
I’m featured on Hometalk! (Aren’t you proud?)
Guess what? I got my first DIY project published on a cool website called Hometalk! See the fancy schmancy logo I get to use... It's a DIY tutorial hub that I've been mooching ideas from. It's a great way to get lost for a few minutes (ahem, hours). Here's the link to my first entry... … Continue reading I’m featured on Hometalk! (Aren’t you proud?)
Unstoppable. And a thank you to our military. Happy Memorial Day!
My fifth grade sweetie wrote her promotion speech on the topic of what it means to be unstoppable. It is a beautiful tribute to her elementary years, as well as an unexpected thank you to our military. The impact of their service is boundless. Thank you!!! What does unstoppable mean to me? It means that … Continue reading Unstoppable. And a thank you to our military. Happy Memorial Day!
Moms and Dads – your words are sticky.
"Blah, blah, blah. Are you listening?" Head nod. "Blah, blah, blah..." That's what I heard when my parents were trying to teach me a lesson when I was a kid. Now that I'm a parent, I'm pretty sure that's how my wonderful words of wisdom get translated in their heads as well. My words go … Continue reading Moms and Dads – your words are sticky.
Nuggets of Nourishment 