Today we take a trip across the pond to meet a very special Mom. Her positive outlook on life never fails to cheer me up! In fact, everytime I look at this picture of Amy and her Mom, I smile! Tell me a little about yourself and your family. I live on a farm in…
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In addition to her job as a computer engineer and her single parent responsibilities, Deborah is president of a state-wide family support group for families whose lives are touched by deafblindness, and is a tireless advocate for all people with disabilities. She writes at Pipe Cleaner Dreams and her writing has also been featured in local magazines and newspapers. Ashley’s story has also been chronicled in a book by Jonathan Mooney titled Short Bus Stories.
“A Most Wonderful Life” – An Interview with Crystal Jigsaw
Written on October 19, 2008 by Deborah
in Family Life
Boys – Gotta Love ‘Em
Written on October 15, 2008 by Deborah
My day starts really early – 4:30 am to be exact. With four children, three of them with significant special needs, there is always a lot to get accomplished each day. And, the only way I can do that is to get up early, stay up late, and drink a lot of caffeine. So, if…
Autism Family Adventures – An Interview with Bonnie
Written on October 12, 2008 by Deborah
Bonnie is one of the first Moms to blog about autism. Writing on several sites on the web, Bonnie shares her wisdom and a peek into her life as a single mother of two children with Autism. Tell me a little about yourself and your family. My name is Bonnie Sayers, also known on the…
BidetSpa Contest Winner Announced!!
Written on October 11, 2008 by Deborah
We have a winner for the first 5MFSN contest! SARA LUNDIN told us the story of her 13 year old daughter and touched all of our hearts. So Sara, I need you to email me with your contact information so the BidetSpa company can make arrangements to send you a brand new BidetSpa! But wait….that’s…
in Contests
You Make Me Feel…
Written on October 8, 2008 by Deborah
Aretha Franklin sang “You make me feel like a natural woman…”. Robert Redford revealed his baseball talents in the movie The Natural in 1984. The word “natural” conjures a picture of innate, special abilities – something that arises easily or spontaneously. Most people wouldn’t think the word ‘natural’ could be harmful or hold hurtful memories….
in Family Life
“It is no small thing when they, who are so fresh from God, love us.”
Written on October 5, 2008 by Deborah
The subject of today’s interview was inspired by a Charles Dickens quote. I, for one, am very thankful for that inspiration because it has brought Kristen and her blog, No Small Thing, into our family of bloggers! Tell me a little about yourself and your family. My name is Kristen, and I am David’s wife….
in Family Life
Eeeyore Has Left The Building
Written on October 1, 2008 by Deborah
I pulled the following post out of my archives for one particular reason – to show that there is hope for even the most damaged of children. I wrote this two years ago and at that time, wondered if my now 16 year old son would ever find peace and joy in life. I’m happy…
The Cutest Miracle Ever!
Written on September 28, 2008 by Deborah
He’s handsome! He’s amazing! He’s a miracle, and he is very, very loved! Meet Tyler, and his Mom, Nancy… Tell me a little about yourself and your family. My name is Nancy and I am a wife and mother. I am married to Dallas and we have a son who is almost 3. His name…
in Family Life
Homework with the Wheel
Written on September 24, 2008 by Deborah
Most responsible parents (a group to which I like to think I belong) discourage their children from doing their homework in front of the television. I’ve lightened up a bit since my children have moved to middle and high school and will let them listen to their I-Pods while doing their homework. But, if their…
Super Cute – An Interview with Bitsy
Written on September 21, 2008 by Deborah
She had me with her tag line “June Cleaver, Eat Your Heart Out!”, and after exploring Bitsy’s blog – My Inner Bitsy – I knew I would be visiting every day. Join me in welcoming Bitsy to the 5MFSN site! Tell me a little about yourself and your family. Hi, I’m Bitsy and I am…
in Family Life
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