Category: Misc Matters
Happy Mother’s Day!
I hope and pray that each of you has a FANTASTIC Mother’s Day today! If you are not a mom – love on your mom today. If you don’t have a good relationship with your mom – give thanks that she chose life for you, as this world would not be the same without you… Continue reading . . .
Guest Posts: What Matters to You?
I am thrilled to announce that Mothering Matters will be accepting submissions for guest posts! Part of my heart and desire for Mothering Matters is to hear from other moms (from you!) about what truly Matters to them. I am, by no means, an expert on all things related to mothering, disciplining, housekeeping and just… Continue reading . . .
A Toast to Champagne: A little fun and History!
Did you know? I came across this today and thought I’d post it. I don’t drink wine or alcohol very often (a small glass of wine once a year on a special occasion, if that even. I’ve got too many kids to take care of here and I need all my mental faculties to handle… Continue reading . . .
Welcome to Mothering Matters
In light of the fact that many of you are new to Mothering Matters this week (thanks to the generous Giveaway going on) – I wanted to say . . . My hope and goal with Mothering Matters is to be an encouragement, support and resource for you moms (and dads). Here are some of… Continue reading . . .
Happy Valentine’s Day!!
Happy Valentine’s Day! I had wanted to say Happy Valentine’s Day to all of you earlier today, but I ended spending the day preparing to surprise my kids and hubby with a turkey dinner, “fancy” decorations for the table (including the “good” plates and glasses), homemade Valentine’s cards for the kids (that started off going… Continue reading . . .
Money Monday: Are you sure there’s only one “You”?
More than one “you”? Last year we had something happen to us that has never happened before . . . We found out someone (or several others) was posing as my husband. Someone had swiped my husband’s credit cards . . . without actually taking them! Yes – you heard me right . . .… Continue reading . . .
Fun Friday: Costumes & Playing Dress-up . . . It’s more than just for Halloween!
Costumes Ok – I know it’s not Halloween {um . . . not even close, Lori!}. But as a mom of 5 kids (+ 1 extra in the pic below!), I have to say – we do have our share of costumes around here! Many of them are “homemade”, but occasionally we’ve bought some from… Continue reading . . .
Cheap Sally Bring Home the Bacon Contest results
THANK YOU! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for ALL your votes!!! I know it was tiring, and I know you were wondering if it would ever end . . . Well folks – it has! As you may have heard by now (or assumed since you didn’t hear me screaming with joy). .… Continue reading . . .
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving! Moms – I hope you are able to sit back, relax and enjoy today! I’m sure many of you have worked long and hard baking, stirring, measuring, decorating, tasting (a benefit of being the cook!) and more. But I pray you truly are able to fully relax and give thanks for all the… Continue reading . . .
Fun Friday: Grand Iluminations & Parades – Hampton Roads
Here are a few of the local Grand Illuminations for you to enjoy! **Information was taken from Virginia is for Lovers. You can find MANY more listings for other local holiday events (lights, parades, and even Winter Wonderland – displays from Coleman’s Nursery – a Hampton Roads tradition!) Founder’s Inn – Virginia Beach Sunday, November… Continue reading . . .
President Mom
President – Is it the toughest job? What is the toughest job in the world? In this nation? Many people might say that running a country – as President (or other title) – would rank high on the list (if not at the top). There are others (especially those who are sleep-deprived, being held onto… Continue reading . . .
Gearing up and ready to go!
Yes – I have finally done it! I am taking the plunge!! I’ve been contemplating switching my blogger blog over to WordPress and buying a domain name for awhile – and I finally did it. Now . . . . to learn how to use it! Bear with me if you see alot… Continue reading . . .
Spirit Airlines – crashing for flying too "low"
Have you seen this video? (“What video?” you ask . . . you don’t really want to know. The picture will link you to another article – not the video. I don’t want to link to that trash.) Did you get the email from Spirit about their latest contest? Have you ever even heard about… Continue reading . . .
Red Envelope Day
I learned about this from and event page on Facebook. You can also find out more on their website – www.redenvelopeday.com What:Get red envelopes or postcards (http://www.zazzle. com/RedEnvelopeD ay) and mail them on March 31st to the White House When:March 31st, 2009 Get a red envelope. You can buy them at Kinkos, or at party… Continue reading . . .
Tragedy in Adopting
I have to share this with you all. I am sitting here snuggling with my little Guatemalan girl – crying and trying to explain this all to her – all the while, grateful that I have the chance to snuggle with her! My good friend Kelly (who I met through my adoption agency . .… Continue reading . . .
