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Monthly Archives: June 2013
Preschool Pointers – 40: Ask the Obvious Question
Problem: I don’t know if your kids are like mine, but if they are, they might sometimes need to work themselves up into a tantrum. I mean, sometimes the premise is so ridiculous they have to spend some quality time even … Continue reading
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Caloric Content of Muffins Outweighs Gruesome Texas Showdown in State Senate
At 11:30 p.m. last night, eastern time, I sat hunched over my desk, a glass of wine at the ready, readying manuscripts to send to magazine editors. I nearly jumped out of my chair when the shrill sounds of a … Continue reading
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Tagged abortion, cnn, facebook, feminism, filibuster, news, sb5, texas, twitter, wendy davis
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Recipe Monday – Zucchini Avocado Salad
We’re experimenting with vegetable sides over here, to great success. Here’s my first attempt, a zucchini avocado salad everyone loved. 2 cups zucchini, cubed and lightly steamed1 haas avocado, peeled, pitted,and cubed1/4 cup oil2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 clove garlic, minced … Continue reading
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Tagged avocado, recipes, salad, side dishes, vegetables, zucchini, zucchini avocado salad
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Moment of the Week: 146 – Mom, Move! Now!
Paste a Video URL The girls get involved in a make-believe game and push me to the side when I get in the way.
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Tagged children, kids, make-believe, moment of the week, parenting, pretend, twins
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Preschool Pointers – 39: Be Prepared to Cancel
Problem: Last week, I talked about the schedule I’ve taken to making for the girls and I during summer. But the system is not fool-proof, and life happens. Kids get sick, they sleep too long or get up too early, … Continue reading
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Tagged activities, children, kids, kids activities, parenting, preschool pointers, preschoolers, schedule
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Recipe Monday – Quick London Broil
This has quickly become my family’s favorite London Broil recipe. It’s quick and flavorful, and the meat comes out tender. Full of win. *1 London Broil Cut, 1-2 pounds*Apple Cider Vinegar*Sea Salt (about 1/2 tsp.)*Pepper (to taste)*Garlic powder (about 1/2 tsp., or sub fresh pressed … Continue reading
Recipe Monday – Quick London Broil
This has quickly become my family’s favorite London Broil recipe. It’s quick and flavorful, and the meat comes out tender. Full of win. *1 London Broil Cut, 1-2 pounds*Apple Cider Vinegar*Sea Salt (about 1/2 tsp.)*Pepper (to taste)*Garlic powder (about 1/2 tsp., or sub fresh pressed … Continue reading
Moment of the Week – 145: Father’s Day 2013
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there. Here’s our, throughout the years. Happy day, all.
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Preschool Pointers – 38: Make an Activities Schedule
Problem: It’s summertime. That means hours upon hours of emptiness to fill, minds to stimulate, fun to be had. All this fun and education for your kids can cause wear and frazzle for you (ask me how I know). So, how can … Continue reading
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Tagged activities, children, kids, kids activities, parenting, preschool pointers, preschoolers, summer vacation
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