Names have been changed except in cases where I couldn’t think of a cool nickname, so I just give the relationship. And Miss Lizzie better thank me for not using the nickname the brothers gave her!
I love day-trippin’, as I said in the previous post. Yesterday was a blast!
This was a family trip – [...]
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Now that summer’s in full swing, thoughts turn to getting away.
I’m not a resort vacationer. Nothing was more stressful to me than the two times we left home for a week or more for a place like Disney World.
Standing in lines with cranky, tired kids, spending boatloads of money on bad food and “prizes” that [...]
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[I don't intend to make politics a big part of this blog, but this is one of those times when parenting and politics collide. -- Jenn]
Via Shakesville, Reason # 3582668 for Why I Won’t Vote For John McCain.
From a man who cheated on and later divorced the wife who waited through the many years [...]
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Want to make a nice dinner, but short on time? That’s why the Goddess sent us crockpots! Plus, you can make a great meal without turning on the oven.
Doing most of the prep work a day ahead makes it even easier.
Crockpot Pot Roast
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About the time a woman’s pregnancy starts showing — say 5-6 months along — a silent signal goes out, and she is quickly inundated with advice. Some great, some good, some bad, and some freakin’ horrendous.
What I consider the best advice I’ve gotten has changed over the years as my children aged, but my current [...]
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I wish you all a safe and joyful holiday.
Please remember: kids and fireworks do not mix!
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Love Hamburger Helper™, but can’t afford the price? Make your own!
As the title says, it’s quick and cheap – two things a mom loves – and it tastes great.
Mom’s Burger Casserole
1/2 – 1 lb lean ground beef, depending on family preference
2 packets beef gravy mix
1 bag egg noodles
1/2 small onion, chopped
1 clove fresh garlic, chopped [...]
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Welcome to The Mom Speaks!
I hope that in the future this can become a great community of moms – and grandmoms – who can offer their expertise, share lots of laughter, and hand out tissues and chocolate when needed.
I’m sure you’re wondering who on earth I am. Well, I’m the mom of two sons: 21-year [...]
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