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The Tooth Fairy Almost Made Me Cry

Hubby took the boys and me to a movie this evening, specifically Tooth Fairy starring Dwayne Johnson. Wow. We really enjoyed the story! I knew from the previews to expect humor; I was surprised by the message the movie sent. In the movie, washed-up hockey player Derek...

FFYF: Googly Eyes Edition

Welcome to Friday, Internets! Sorry I’ve been quiet this week…have been dealing with the knee injury and it has been taking more of my time and attention than I’d prefer. Still no diagnosis due to swelling, but hopefully next week things will be...

FFYF: Mom Down Edition

Happy Friday, Internets! I hope everyone’s well today. Me personally? I managed to fall on the big ski trip (first time down the hill, even!) and wrenched my knee. Sooooo, I’m spending today resting quietly. We all went through ski school in the morning,...

Be Surprising

Last year at this time the boys and I went skiing for the very first time ever in our whole lives. Our neighbors’ private school was having a field trip and invited us to join. It was a fantastic trip! The only downside was the 12 months of begging to go again....

WFMW: Peach Pie Filling

Remember last week, when I told you about the Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies? Did you know that the peach pie filling I used was home-made? Yep! It was, and it’s very easy to do. I’m telling you about it now so you can plan to make it yourself this summer when...