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- Last Visit: March 03, 2008
- Comments Made: 17
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My Quote
Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? --Mary Oliver
About Me
I'm a former attorney who writes for a living. Why? Because it's much more fun working from home in Tevas, tees and capris. I love taking photographs almost as much as I enjoy taking road trips, especially with the family along for the ride. I live in a quaint small town in Illinois that's facing some big growth issues while still trying to maintain its friendly essence.
About My Family
I've been married to my husband, Dan, for 10 years. He makes me laugh every day, which indeed makes him a keeper. Together we've filled our house with boys: Jackson (8), Nolan (5), and Aaron (3). Even our parakeet is male, and he has the temerity to be blue on top of it. We do own two refrigerators, in anticipation of the tween years and beyond.
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Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? --Mary OliverDream Team Newsletters I've Written
Putting Your Neighborhood on the Map
Maps prove to be a great teaching tool for a 5-year-old.
Read MoreMake Your Own Dinner!
Ingredients you already have in your house can make for a stress-free do-it-yourself dinner.
Read MoreAdvent Calendar Kindness
A delightful spin on the Advent calendar tradition makes the holidays extra special.
Read MoreMother's Little Helper
Kids can help around the house when you choose the right small tasks for them to do.
Read MoreThrow an Ice Cream Ball
An ice cream ball is a fun way to stay active and make a delicious treat.
Read MoreHomemade Valentine's Marshmallows
Pink homemade marshmallows are a hit with kids for Valentine's Day.
Read MoreMaking Room For Art
Organize an area in your home for creating and displaying your kids' artwork.
Read MoreMeatloaf Muffins
Making meatloaf in a muffin tin both saves time and pleases picky eaters.
Read MoreKid-Tested Recipe Cards
A cut-and-paste project creates cute recipe cards for the kitchen.
Read MoreNo-Bake Summer Snacks
Who wants to turn on the oven in the summer? Try making "no-bake" cookies.
Read MoreHosting Hypoallergenic Playdates
Taking precautions when your child's friends have food allergies.
Read MorePreparing Your Family for Emergencies
A tornado warning throws one family into preparation mode.
Read MoreWhat I've Been Talking About
Preparing Your Family for Emergencies
Thanks, Shannon! Yes, I've heard that a bathroom (sans glass shower door) or centrally located room are good bets. Too funny about those flashlights! The kids love 'em though.
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mjdykstra: Thanks for sharing your experiences. I agree; there was no way I was getting a snow saw for the kids! They managed just fine without one, however; making the bricks and using a stick seemed to work okay. Of course, this was just for front yard fun and not survival. :)
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Noneofyourbeeswax: Wow. I didn't know the prices had dropped that much. My research kept showing around $50 when I wrote the article, but I'm not sure WalMart came up, as I was looking at office supply stores. Thanks for the heads-up!
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Even the parakeet is male? You're a saint! Looking forward to reading more of your stuff soon!
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