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Merry SITSmas, Happy SITSukkah

I write blogging tips for SITS every Saturday and I have to say this is one terrific group of women whose goal is share comment love and support. I’m really honored to be a part of the community. Today all the SITS girls are posting their holiday wishes and the site is giving away prizes every hour!

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Crunch, Pop, Hiss

12.6.09 Everything Else

Snow. It’s so peaceful and pretty. Until this happens…

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12.5.09 Homeschooling

That kind of “crap” would get you detention (at a minimum) in any school. But I was thrilled that these homeschooled students were taking the next step, testing the limits and making a connection.

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Reflections on 2009 and Sims Holiday Gift Ideas

12.4.09 Reviews

I can’t play Sims. I love it, but I can’t play it. Because before long I would probably lose my grip on reality and lock myself in the bathroom with my laptop. Like that time in college when I didn’t leave my boyfriend’s (now husband’s) dorm room for about 48 hours straight because I could not stop playing Tetris. I have a bit of an addictive personality when it comes to video games.

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{W}rites of Passage

11.30.09 Personal Development

When I was in high school, I briefly dated a guy that was a little on the shy side. We hung out for a couple weeks, but he never tried to kiss me. He seemed barely comfortable putting an arm around me. Naturally, I talked about this with my best friend in the form of notes passed back and forth between classes.

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Eleven Things I Love About You

11.26.09 Parenting

Eleven years ago today, as my family sat waiting at the Thanksgiving dinner table, I was giving birth to my son. I couldn’t have been happier or more thankful.

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Printies Design Studio Giveaway

11.20.09 Crafty

Printies Design Studio Kits are among this season’s hottest new toys. Kids access the online design studio and use the many design options to decorate and customize their Printie. Then you print your design on the Printies fabric sheets, tear along the perforated shape and stuff it to create a collectible stuffed toy.

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The Mom In The Mirror

11.18.09 Parenting

I think a lot about how my children are a mirror of myself. I think this is one of the most profound things about being a parent. I have stood, slack-jawed and wide-eyed, looking at my son and thinking, “I do that. How can I help him NOT to act a certain way when I act that way all the time?” And I am at a loss.

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Peeling Back Emotional Layers With Onionhead

11.17.09 Parenting

Onionhead offers tools to help kids and adults make friends with their feelings. Their goal is help everyone learn to “name, claim, tame and aim” their feelings. We’ve been trying out the Onionhead A-Z Magnet Set for the past few weeks and it’s been an enlightening experience.

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Smencils & Suess: Great Gifts For Your Preschooler

11.16.09 Crafty

Two great gifts for your preschoolers are Smencils and Dr. Suess Classic Card Games set. Smencils give off a glorious scent as you color and they’re made from 100% recycled newspapers. And you can’t go wrong with the Memory Game, Crazy 8’s and Go Fish played with classic Dr. Suess characters.

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The Ten-Day Kick-It-Into-High-Gear Fitness Program

11.16.09 Health & Fitness

I know from experience that results are motivating, so today I’m starting a ten-day intense diet and exercise program. I need to feel more energetic and see some pounds drop off.

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