Extra whipped cream, please!I've never run a contest before, so this was a learning experience for me and very fun.I learned how to use random.org to generate a winning number (a ten on the easy scale) and I learned how to ...
I’m Too Lazy for NaNoWriMo
November is National Novel Writers Month or NaNoWriMo. For the next month, amateur writers of all ages pledge to write every day to produce a finished 50,000 word novel before December 1.I've had friends do this previously ...
Proof
ProofOriginally uploaded by notasupermomNote the crack. I can't have anything nice.And we had chili with diced, roasted sweet potatoes in it. ...
I Can’t Have Anything Nice!
I remember my mom saying she couldn't have anything nice and now I know what she means. I hoped my kids would be better than me. My husband is so calm and laid back. Perhaps my spousal choice would breed this out of my line?I ...
Nerd Mom Wants Star Wars Sheets
I'm a nerd and proud of it. My first crush was on Han Solo. I hurried home from school to watch the good Star Trek. I pined for a Space 1999 lunch box. I watched Galactica 1980. In that last case, sometimes love makes you ...
Five Things I Have Found in a Diaper.
My diaper days are over and I don't miss it. Sure, I miss cuddles, toddler curls and especially watching Blue's Clues, but I don't miss the diapers.One of the best shower gifts I ever got was a Diaper Genie. I liked it so ...
Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween!Originally uploaded by Kristin RachelleHere's a cute picture with an idea for how to recycle the pumpkin tomorrow.Check back in the morning for my post "Five Things I've Found in a Diaper". ...
Pumpkins
PumpkinsOriginally uploaded by notasupermomI love it that ugly, warty pumpkins are available. There is a charm in their imperfection.We've always adopted the runt, picked the run-down house with potential, bought the farmers' ...
My First Giveaway–Starbucks and Amazon Gift Cards.
For my first blog giveaway I thought about what I would want. Besides a trip to Disneyland. It's quality time. And what says quality time like a quiet moment spent in a coffee shop with a good book?So the prize of this ...
You’ll Never Playgroup in This Town Again
Tenean Beach playgroundOriginally uploaded by El BostonianUsually I'm pretty good in a small group. I enjoy hanging out and talking with a handful of people. If the group is too big or if I have to divide my attention, I'm a ...
Are You a Good Girlfriend?
Yesterday I touched on how much I enjoy having girlfriends as an adult. I think not making time for friends is another way homeschool moms Let Themselves Go.As much as I love my husband and children, having friends fulfills a ...
Letting Yourself Go–Homeschool Mom-Style
Twenty years ago I saw my first homeschool moms in the wild There was a convention on my college campus and I saw herds processing into the campus convention center. I was young and knew everything, and was still making ...
How to Parent Like a Bond Villain
I think there are a few things you need to know about children to be successful at this parenting thing.It's all about planning. Never let them get too hungry. Snacks in the purse, lady. It's what the purse is for. Did you ...
How To Tell When Your Baby Has Grown Up
It's a sad day when the little child who always wants to hold your hand shakes you off for the first time.There are other ways to tell they are not so little anymore.They go from "Oh no, they killed Elmo!"To "Oh boy, they ...
Remodeling and Gwyneth Paltrow
Some things in life have to be learned the hard way, like not to buy skinny jeans at Lane Bryant. Others are too easy, like making fun of Walmart. Hello, get in that barrel, Mr. Duck. Home remodeling is one of those ...
