Special Exposure Wednesday – Share the Photography Fun Sunday, Wil was fortunate to be included among a group of local youth to meet and go on stage with Amy Grant. Amy was performing as headliner for a benefit concert to raise money for the building of a Miracle League field here in our city. Amy…
Monthly Archives: October 2008
What’s The Word I’m Looking For?
How about shocked? Overwhelmed? Stunned? Incredulous? Better yet, is there a word that encompasses all of the above? Because THAT would be the word I’m seeking right now. Remember Parker’s vent? The one I had to don Army boots and do battle with my Home Health Care Company to get? I may have won that…
Lysol’s Fight the Flu Kit Winner
Ironically, I am sitting here sniffling and blowing my nose as I announce the winner of our Lysol Fight the Flu Kit giveaway. Swear I’ve disinfected my home with Lysol products…it’s allergies. I know, you want the winner already. Gloria Walshver, commenter #22, come on down! You’re the winner. Simply respond to my email and…
Try This Tuesday #13: What Should I Try?
This week I am turning the tables and asking you for your solutions to a challenge that I am facing. With my son becoming more aware of the ways he is different from the other kids, I am wondering how and when to talk to him about his diagnosis of autism. He knows that he…
Italian Chicken with White Beans
This dish is not only a one-pot meal, but it’s made even easier by the fact that it’s prepared in the crock pot! It’s hearty, delicious, and is a great source Vitamin A (for eye health) and fiber (for cardiac and digestive health). Italian Chicken with White Beans Recipe from Publix Supermarkets 1 15- or…
I beg to differ!
**Updated to correct, it was actually Obama that said that “children are relatively inexpensive to insure.” My apologies. I’m not going to turn this into a political post. I even promise to keep it short. It’s not the right forum and it’s not about any one candidates beliefs, I think we’re in trouble either way….
Autism Family Adventures – An Interview with Bonnie
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…
A Blue Sky Rocket Giveaway
Unique. Individual. A one of a kind brand. These are the words I would use to describe the fantastic offerings found at Blue Sky Rocket. Think fun. Think funky. Think original. Think exactly what you are looking for. Allow me to share with you some of the artwork. An artistic collaboration between Blue Sky Rocket…
BidetSpa Contest Winner Announced!!
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…
Photographing Your Children ~ Adjust More Than Your Camera Settings
Discovery, which is the heartbeat of good photography, occurs more readily when the photographer relinquishes self-consciousness for a state of humility and childlike wonderment. Then there is a greater freshness and purity in what you capture on film. ~~Dennis Stock “…relinquishes self-consciousness for a state of humility and childlike wonderment…” is the first step in…