From the monthly archives:

October 2008

Should these toys be on your gift lists?

by Kristen McLane on October 15, 2008

My kids have learned that a package from Team Mom usually means something fun for them to try out. Take for example Spin Master’s Aquadoodle Draw N’ Doodle Mat and Kid Kleen Bath Blizzard.
The Aquadoodle Draw N’ Doodle Mat was an instant hit. It is a large fabric mat that you draw on [...]

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Our Day at the San Diego Zoo

by Kristen McLane on October 13, 2008

Yesterday after church the kids and I ventured out to the world famous San Diego Zoo. Adam has been out of town so I wanted to do something special with the kids. The tickets are normally pricey but we took advantage of Kids Free Days (kids ages 3-11 get in free for the [...]

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A Holocaust Love Story

by Kristen McLane on October 13, 2008

This incredible love story gave me chills this morning.

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Wedding Ring Exchange – FAIL

by Kristen McLane on October 12, 2008

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“no mom”

by Kristen McLane on October 10, 2008

One of my favorite developmental stages with Megan was when she was learning how to write and sound out words. Megan’s interest in writing (storytelling in particular) came naturally and all I ever had to do was encourage her. Her kindergarten teacher and I would regularly share a laugh over Megan’s zany journal [...]

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Wordless Wednesday: On the Mend

by Kristen McLane on October 8, 2008

Wordless Wednesday

Psst…don’t leave without entering my children’s book giveaway for Welcome to Your World, Baby by Brooke Shields.

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Cute Snack Idea: Candy Corn Quesedillas

by Kristen McLane on October 7, 2008

Check out these fun Candy Corn Quesedillas. My kids would love these.

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Does Anybody Know How To Make A Cactus Costume?

by Kristen McLane on October 7, 2008

Paul is going to be a Power Ranger (again) for Halloween. Megan on the other hand has decided to dress up as a cactus. I admit that I’m partly to blame. She and I were commenting about the varieties of cacti along the path of our 6 mile walk when I nonchalantly [...]

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The Fail Blog

by Kristen McLane on October 7, 2008

A few weeks ago Adam tuned me into the FAIL Blog. The content is user-submitted and good for a daily laugh. Here is a recent example.

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Children’s Book Giveaway: Welcome to Your World, Baby

by Kristen McLane on October 6, 2008

When you are expecting your second child (or third or fourth…) you wonder how the older sibling will adjust. I remember one of my friends telling me how much her daughter loved taking care of their new baby – her exact words were “little mommy.” Just last night a friend remarked how well [...]

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