My 7-year old daughter came home from school today and this is what she said... “Guess what, Mommy… Luke likes me. He said he wants to be my boyfriend.” I about choked on my food. I’m still trying to recover. Oh dear Lord, help me.

Every cook needs a few recipes that are knock-out delicious, but that can be whipped up and produced at a moment’s notice. This dessert...

So another phone call from Little Red’s school informing me that he seems to be having great difficulty in class due to the fact that he can’t stop talking, resulted in me solemnly promising to address the issue and the schools’ concerns. Unfortunately, I decided to have ‘said conversation’ at the same time that I was having a little ‘clear out’ and left some of my old school reports lying around. Little Red, being the little super sleuth that he is, seized the opportunity to

“I just found out I’m pregnant and have no idea what I’m going to do!” – Fear. “I can’t walk outside by myself at night because someone...

Someone once said to me: “You sure have a burden on you.” At the time I did not think to correct the person. I simply walked away not knowing what to say but feeling uncomfortable. I know that people feel sorry for disabled or mentally challenged individuals. I have heard so many comments over the years but never a, “You are so lucky!” Well, I will tell you something… if a burden lies, it is not on my shoulders. It is not mine to carry. It is ‘Dac’s.’She is the one burdened

The Adventures of Mister PURR! When I’m feeling nervous, I crouch low to the floor with my Tail between my legs. When I’m afraid, you will see my back rounded up and my lovely hair standing up, Please keep me safe! When I hunt – for me that means checking out every closet in the house. I lower my body with my chin on the floor. I am sooo very quiet and then I pounce! When I show you my tummy it is a great honor. It means I trust you. When I lay on my back, I’m content. M

I Was Just Thinking… Sweet peace . . . xox

Is the love of ketchup genetic? Recently we celebrated my daughter’s birthday at a local organic eatery. When the whole family gets...

Most everyone is delighted to be presented with a handmade Christmas ornament, but finding time to craft can be problem for many people. I’ve been doing some ornament crafting lately, and this project is one that can be completed quickly and requires little skill. I made these ornaments for a special family member who loves to play Scrabble, but I don’t think you have to be a Scrabble fan to hang these on your tree. With some help, the kids could put together their own orname

The Adventures of Mister… By: Mister, Courtesy Patricia “Golden Girl” Lynne

First let me say this is no way to impugn what our TS dads do. They are awesome. The Father’s of TS children (many single parents) do...

I am feeling so incredibly grateful to be feeling like me again. The beauty of the fall colors is exactly how my heart is feeling right now, it’s just bursting with happiness and bliss. I feel completely alive again for the first time in many mont hs. ********************** I am grateful for my sight, my sense of smell, my hearing and the strength in my body that allows me to get out into Nature and fully immerse myself in Her splendor. It was a ten day today, 66 degrees, su

Outside enjoying a beautiful Fall day at school lunch with her son, Mum has a Yogurt Parfait and Jimmy has an egg and cheese omelet with pancakes. “I want to be in Kindergarten again,” he says. “They get to do anything.” “I knew you’d want to be young again someday,” I say and smile inside knowing the truth is alive. Jimmy gets it now. To be older isn’t the best – To be young is. He sees. He knows. Mum gazes out at the kids on the playground, thankful for this special forev

I should’ve known the dinner would be doomed, making it on the wrong day. My eighth-grader, Kayla, and I were food shopping and joking...

So this is a thing now: It’s my 1 month anniversary since I left the United States! And tomorrow will be my 1 month anniversary since...

I see a homeless man in a coffee shop. With his head down and an angry look, he asks the barista for a cup of water. The barista smiles,...

Fall is my absolute favorite time of year. The weather is amazing and the food is super comforting. Could you think of anything better than a hot bowl of yummy chili on a cold night?? How about making that pot of chili for under $15 (maybe $10 if you use coupons)? Do I have your attention now? That’s right, we are going to make a tasty dinner in under 30 minutes and it won’t break your wallet. For all of us busy moms, that’s one big gold star for us. May I present…. Spi

Okay, Mamas… this is the time of year I really start to worry… After an extraordinarily unstable year of fluctuating weight and jeans...

Today we awoke to the most glorious sunrise of the week. We could tell rain was upon us so we took our hike right after we had some...

Oh boy! Got me a piece of chocolate cake! My tail is uh -waggin! Luscious frosting… rich, chocolaty innards… all plated up and ready to dig in…. W H E R E A R E A L L T H E F O R K S ? ? ?! ! ! Ugh!!! Those Kids!!! After a mad dash through their rooms, fork is found… Excuse me, while I touch the sky! By: Darlene “Screamin” Pistocchi

Mister Sending Love & Prayers The Adventures of Mister

As a child, no foul word would I utter. My language steered clear of the gutter. Then I gave birth, And heaven on earth! The words I now...

No this isn’t Mister, but it is a Halloween cat for you cat lovers to craft out of squash! House Cat A gourd with a long, curved stem becomes a purr-fect cat body and tail. Use teeny white turnips for the mice. Cat How-Tos 1. Attach pumpkin to gourd with a 1/2-inch wooden dowel (use a drill to make holes in each). 2. Cut two triangular gourds in half and attach to top of pumpkin with skewers as ears. 3. Etch eye and mouth shapes using a fruit and vegetable corer, and attach

Teenage Tales of Terror! I used to love the fact that I have a large bathroom as big as a small bedroom…but now I’m not sure. It just invites too many kids inside when I am trying to shower. Last night not only were both the little ones playing in there, my 18 year old came barging in! The conversation went so… Emily: “Mom, Mom!” Me: “Em, really? I’m in the shower.” Emily: “But mom, smell me, smell me..” (as she pulls open my shower door and fluffs her hair in my face) Me: