I came across this paper done by my younger, Ally (photo shown).
I love this and love that she feels these things about herself! I hope that she continues to feel this way throughout her life, but just in case, I’ll hold onto this paper to remind her of all the wonderful qualities that make her Ally.
There have been so many things that I wish I would have known before becoming a parent. But, I guess that would have taken away some of the fun of learning as I go and letting my girls watch me stammer and sweat my way through certain situations....
Jul 27, 2012
Kia Bondurant, Photographer for Kansas City Parent Magazine, has branched out on her own and is working this month on building her portfolio and trying out different backgrounds AND, she’s doing all of this at a reduced fee! Learn more abou...
Aug 10, 2012
I was in St. Louis recently for my nephew’s birthday. My mom had a copy of last November’s KC Parent sitting out. When I inquired as to why she had that particular issue on the coffee table, she said she held onto it because she liked my ed...
Nov 23, 2012
Well, it has started in our home. Tori is 11 and in the 5th grade, and over the past week, has suffered injustice (in her eyes) three times. She can quickly list three times in which, “EVERYONE” got to do something, and she, sadly, did not....
Oct 19, 2012
I love this time of year, and wow, has Mother Nature been kind! With the beautiful weather we’ve been experiencing, the girls and I have been taking many walks.
Mar 16, 2012
Shhhhh! Be very quiet! That sound you hear? That’s me, celebrating the beginning of summer.
May 18, 2012
For months, I heard all about you. I heard that you were the best, and once I joined, I'd be hooked. It's been said you are the latest tool on the computer on which to waste time. I didn't join. And then... I changed my mind.
Feb 10, 2012
Learn a new game you can play at home that will keep the kids busy and encourage endless creativity!
Apr 27, 2012
Fresca-have you ever tried it? I haven’t, but that one little word and bottle of soda always brings back a flood of memories. Isn’t it funny how certain things trigger memories? For me, Fresca reminds me of my brother’s heart donor.
Apr 20, 2012
Last year I decided I was going to have a garage sale. I had way too much stuff in my home and wanted to clear it out. I also thought it would be fun to take a vacation, so I decided the garage sale monies would be our vacation fund.
May 11, 2012