Although my life is nothing like I imagined

I don’t regret any decision

regret is such a pointless thing

sabotaging hope and damaging dreams

although if I knew then

what I know now

I would be husbandless

and without child

not because I regret my life

but because I now understand what it means to be wife

I have learned much

I have felt pain

but if I had the choice

I wouldn't do it…

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A degree of confusion has tainted my focus. I've been looking for part-time work in addition to my Contract Sales work with Cowgirl Dirt and I've been putting together a Business Plan for a small retail home show business I am considering.



Today I found a message on my voice mail from the local university stating they would like to offer me a full-time position. Well, that might sound nice but in the same breath ... …

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How can we get back to the days of worrying about which diaper would least chafe our darlings’ perfect tushes, how to treat skinned knees, and at what age we could allow them their first taste of honey? For the record I never followed any feeding rules. My kids tried Roquefort and honey long before the experts deemed they were of age. Some rules just bug me.

Those of you with children under 8, enjoy these years and their relatively simple concerns. Once your kids are pre or full-blown…

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I am my own worst enemy...



I have the best of intentions when it comes to life . . . 



My head is a constant battlefield, full of competing ideas, dreams and to-do lists. I am a marketing and advertising companies dream!  If only I could figure out how to organize all of these wonderful thoughts and dreams.



As a child or teenager, we are often asked what we want to be when we grow up...well, here I am, all grown up, and I still ask myself this question every…

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In case you’re wondering why I look a little taller today, it’s because I’m standing on my mommy soap box. Check out Mommy DIY if you don’t want to read my statement, otherwise, read on.

I want to be a good mom, I really do, but I have no idea what I am doing! While I was pregnant I studied parenting literature, questioned other moms, and prepared myself for baby. Lately, people just tell me what…

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As a nurse I have always tried to advise my friends and family to use common sense and good judgement when deciding what diet to follow, if that is there goal. Through out my school (2 bachelors and one masters degree) I have learned a lot of information about research. Read up for a few guidelines that I provide... I would love to hear your stories! Click HERE to read more!

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As a parent, I am constantly making split second decisions about my children on a daily basis. Can I have a cookie? No, it is too close to dinner. Do I have to wear my hat today? Yes, it is cold and windy. Can we listen to some kids music? No, it’s my turn to choose the music. For the most part, I am trying to impart healthy habits and teach them common sense. Okay , so the last example sounds a bit selfish. I… Continue

 

Hi  there.  Universe here.  I know.  I know.  You are mad at me.  I haven't been very kind lately.  Seems like I'm picking on you doesn't it?  Cosmos and I, well, we have sent you an inordinate amount of shall we say...Universal do-do.  Would you believe me if I told you it's because our sewers up here have been clogged for days?  Nah.  I didn't think you would. So...you are looking for some Universal truths?  That was a joke. Get it?  Universal Truths?  No.  Still not smiling eh? …

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Having a baby is a HUGE decision.  I mean, one of the biggest in your life.  Not only will you have a baby, who needs you on every level for SURVIVAL, you will also have said baby for the rest of your/their life, with varying levels of neediness. 



So, how do you know when or if you're ready to have a child?



I used to think I didn't want children.  At least, that's what I said.  I also said I never wanted to get married, but that was a defense mechanism that I used to…

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*Originally posted at Finding My New Normal







Don't you ever wish you could see into the future so you would know what to do next? Well that's how I'm feeling these… Continue

I'm feeling a lot less stressed today...it's amazing what a good night sleep can do for a mind. I still haven't made any definite decisions, but the day started off great - my dad is over installing a digital programmable thermostat for me (the old one was impossible to read and it was always too hot or too cold in here).



Another great thing? It's Friday...which means… Continue

There are some days that seem to drag on forever.



Today* was like that for me.



It felt as if I was on the phone or in a meeting almost constantly from 3pm until now (11:42pm). My last meeting left my house just a short time ago and it left me with more questions than answers.



Have you ever had a really big decision to make, but you know that whatever you… Continue

Sometimes, in motherhood, we are challenged with an incredibly difficult decision.

• Formula or breastfeed.
• Co-sleep or crib.
• Stay at home or day care.
• Home school or public school.
• Save for retirement or college fund.

Most importantly, and often most urgently....…

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