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Wonders, Mishaps, Blunders and Joy.. commentary on my life as a mom in the form of letters to my son

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Project Smile – February

Posted on February 28, 2011 Written by Tonya

It's hard to believe it's March 1 already! Where is 2011 going?Some days are definitely better than others, but I LOVE Alicia (A Beautiful Mess) for putting together this monthly meme so that I challenge myself to smile through my frustration, … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: aunt leah, date night, grandparents, health, list, project smile

His & Hers

Posted on February 28, 2011 Written by Tonya

I gather the trash,He takes it out.He cooks,I clean.I plan date nights,He books all our travel.He watches our stocks, fights with our health insurance company and keeps us on budget.I do the grocery shopping, pediatrician appointments and play … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: cooking, date night, family, life, marriage, money, oprah, outing, parenthood, parenting, praise

This Thing Has Got To Go!

Posted on February 24, 2011 Written by Tonya

My iPhone and I have a love/hate relationship and I think we need a little time a part. To put it mildly, our relationship has gotten out of hand. One of us is obsessed and the other could care less. The iPhone: a hundred different habit forming … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: blog, internet, iphone, milestones, red writing hood Tagged With: 500, blog, internet, iphone, milestones, red writing hood

Running Amok

Posted on February 23, 2011 Written by Tonya

When it comes to my home, I run a pretty tight ship and everything has it's place; from my kitchen pantry and linen closet to my laundry room and everything in between. I like color coordinating and alphabetization. I thrive on cleanliness and … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: health, home, mama kat's writer's workshop, mess, TV

Long Live The 80’s!

Posted on February 22, 2011 Written by Tonya

My fabulous friend, Colleen turned 40 on Saturday and threw herself an 80's-style prom party. It was an absolute blast!! Everyone dressed up! There was lots of neon, lace, big bows, arms full of bracelets, skinny ties, flipped up collars, leg … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: birthdays, clothes, date night, friends, grandparents, mama kat's writer's workshop, memories, music, photos, TDA bio, wordful wendesdays Tagged With: birthdays, clothes, date night, friends, grandparents, mama kat's writer's workshop, memories, music, photos, prom, TDA bio, wordful wednesdays

The Fun Has Just Begun

Posted on February 22, 2011 Written by Tonya

In the beginning, it was diapers, sleepless nights, onesies, bottles and burp cloths, but in just a few short months, Lucas started crawling and then soon after that, walking and is now talking and communicating with me like I never thought he would … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: feature, mommy (of a monster) likes, motherhood, SAHM, simple joys, warm fuzzy Tagged With: feature, mommy (of a monster) likes, motherhood, SAHM, simple joys, warm fuzzy

Thoughts From The Massage Table

Posted on February 21, 2011 Written by Tonya

Anyone that knows me will tell you that I have a really hard time relaxing.A glass or three of wine usually does the trick, as does a long walk, sitting down for more than five minutes at a time, a long car ride, as long as I'm NOT the one driving … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: aunt leah, diet coke, holidays, me time, nanny, TBW

Hopes, Dreams & Wishes – Redux

Posted on February 17, 2011 Written by Tonya

I wrote this piece last year when I had all of three followers and I immediately thought of it when I read this week's Red Writing Hood's writing prompt: Write a piece about finding a forgotten item of clothing in the back of a drawer or closet. Let … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: clothes, love, red writing hood, repost, TDA bio, warm fuzzy Tagged With: clothes, love, red writing hood, repost, TDA bio, warm fuzzy

The Calm Before The Storm

Posted on February 16, 2011 Written by Tonya

Two weeks after my parents died in October 2007, after the dust had settled bit, the shock wore off some and the memorial service had been held, I returned to my job as a marketing manager for a trade publication. It was what I had to do. I … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: aunt leah, DMB, mama kat's writer's workshop, TDA bio, travel Tagged With: aunt leah, DMB, mama kat's writer's workshop, TDA bio, travel

Mindful Eating

Posted on February 16, 2011 Written by Tonya

I love food! I love chips and salsa (the spicier the better), deep dish pepperoni pizza, big fat juicy cheeseburgers with all the fixings and a side of French fries, chocolate chip ice cream, sandwiches never without a bag of potato chips nearby, … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: diet coke, exercise, health, ritual cleanse, TBW, update, weight Tagged With: diet coke, exercise, favorite products, health, ritual cleanse, TBW, weight

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