Hello Chicago

I made it to BlogHer. My friends and family provide a supportive network but I know some thought I was crazy when I said I was going to a blogging conference. It made me think about some months back when contests galore were happening, giving away free trips to BlogHer ’09. Many asked the same [...]

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Breaking Up is Hard to Do

I’m pretty protective of my kids. I’m also not crazy about them growing up since I know I can’t, well protect them every step of the way. All this kitty stuff is also making me realize how life is just a series of fleeting moments, passing way too fast. With IRP, weaning from the boob [...]

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All Eyes on Me

I’m a frugal gal and pride myself on never paying full price. I’ve gotten $400 dresses for $50. When it comes to skincare, though, I make no sacrifices. My aunt who’s 67 and doesn’t look a day over 50 always taught me that I’ve only got one face and need to invest in it daily. [...]

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Tiny Instruments

Two posts, in one day and before lunchtime. It’s amazing what you can accomplish when you wake at 5:00am. Those following me on twitter know our kitty, Sam, spent the night at the animal hospital. It’s a critical care center and our vet recommended it based on the chance he might need a blood transfusion [...]

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Yes, it’s been a while

There have been so many times I wanted to post in the last couple of months but life has gotten busy. This morning, though, I came across something that made me literally stop what I was doing and write this post. Just over three months ago, I blogged about a little girl, Maddie, who left [...]

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