For the last several months, I have picked one of the Fishful Thinking ingredients to focus on for the month. Last month, when I found out that my dad has cancer, I was grateful to be concentrating on hope and goal setting. The timing was perfect. And now, as I took a huge step (for…
Ready, Set
Here I go…. off to the Casual Blogger Conference and my first speaking engagement x2
Silver Spring Soiree
Soiree: “an evening party,” 1793, from French soirée (from soir) “evening.” Group shot courtesy of Then Again Photography (aka Parenting by Dummies) Momzshare got together for another fabulous night of networking, chatting, and food this past weekend. Jessica McFadden of A Parent In Silver Spring hosted the event at the The Little Gym in Silver…
Parenting Positive Kids on Blog Talk Radio
Most of you know that I am one of the faculty moms with the Fishful Thinking program. Recently, I had the opportunity to participate in a Blog Talk Radio segment with Dr. Karen Reivich, talking about the results from the Parenting Positive Kids survey. I love the Fishful Thinking program and all it stands for….
Cheese, Chocolate, and Girlfriends – GMYBS
If you were following my twitter stream on Tuesday night, you might have seen me posting some messages like this: Eating an amazing meal at the Melting Pot with bloggy friends. Doesn’t get much better than this. #fonduedc The tummy is very happy. And we haven’t hit the chocolate yet. #fonduedc Getting ready for the…
Flavor Your Day
*Giveaway closed. Winners are (from random.org) #6: Jennifer – motherofall6, #14: Safire – Waterfalling Up, and #16: Alyssa – Just Another Day in Paradise. Congrats!!* We all know that being a mom, no matter how rewarding it is, can be draining. Sometimes we all need a boost, whether it’s a couple of minutes to indulge…
NieNie’s Story
Have you heard of Nie Nie? I would imagine that most people who spend any time blogging have come across her site, NieNie Dialogues, or her button, or her story. Stephanie and I share a little something. I have not met her nor have I been in an accident like she has. But I am…
I’m Celebrating By Giving Away a Photo Book!
*Giveaway closed! Random.org picked #29….which is April of https://inhotpursuitofcolor.blogspot.com/ Congrats!!* Wondering what I’m celebrating? Today is my 15th Wedding Anniversary AND this just happens to be my 1000th blog post. Those are definitely two events worth celebrating! Because I love my readers so much, I am going to celebrate by giving away a personalized 12…
Ultimate Blog Party – Ready to Party!
The Ultimate Blog Party is a yearly event put on by the fabulous ladies at 5 Minutes For Mom and it’s all about meeting people and getting your blog noticed. Since I just recently re-wrote my About Me page, I am going to point you all there, and leave you with a short and sweet…
What Has Blogging Taught You?
MamaKat’s Writer’s Workshop prompt #1 called for a list of 10 things blogging has taught you. Here’s a quick list, in no particular order: • I have a social side to me that I never knew existed. Social networking? PR? Suddenly, I’m a pro. • I am good at something other than making dinner and…