The Start Of Summer

It's super hot here in Chicago, and of course, this is the week Madison starts summer camp. Though, I am not complaining. Every Tuesday and Thursday for the next month, Madison will go to camp for 4 hours. She needs it. She's been climbing the walls since about May 5th when preschool ended.We also got Madison's haircut for the summer.  I am ...continue reading

How Jon & Kate Are Just Like Paid Blogging

I know, two things you never thought would mix, but this whole thought process came to me while reading TMZ (I know -- not the best sources for anything but it was great break).I've been with paid blogging (well, at least Izea, since a few months after it started).  I've been in it for the long haul.  I've been called everything from a shill to a sell ...continue reading

But Mom I Can’t Stay In Bed

How many times have you heard your kids say that?  Let me tell you, Madison has been on a roll lately.  For some reason, she is refusing to go to sleep at night.  She's killing me.  I want to get to bed, and she's staying up later than me and Bill.  I refuse to let the 5 year old the run of the house, so I am the one that tends to suffer.  Let's see, ...continue reading

Thursday Contest Roundup

Lisa Reviews is giving away Hallmark Valentine's Day cards!Win a $50 GC to Carraba’s for Dal Cuore Nights from Mom Reviews.Enter to win one of three Valentine's bouquets to send to a loved one from Flora Blog!Comment, blog about, subscribe, and/or Twitter to enter to win one of three sets of all-natural kitchen cloths from dkMommy. ...continue reading


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