No words can adequately express the love I have for my Mom. She encompasses all that I am. All that I strive to be. She IS love. Pure and simple. I am proud to call her Mom. And fortunate to have the close relationship we have... although we are seperated by miles, now, she is still my best friend!. [More]

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The concept is simple -- pick a favorite poem, fold it up and put it in your pocket. Then throughout the day, share it with your family, friends, co-workers, anyone who will listen. I won't literally have a poem in pocket, though... I will have mine on my iPhone. I love modern day technology. Whether it's your pocket or your smart phone, get your favorite poem ready. Here's an excerpt of mine:. [More]

I spent several years as a secretary, and in later years, an Administrative Assistant/Professional. I am not saying this was my case but I still thought this was funny. I'm sure many administrative proffesionals do feel this way, though. "My boss frequently gets lost in thought. That's because it's unfamiliar territory." ~annonymous. [More]

The gifts I've bought my Mother over the years have run the gambit from perfume and clothing, to delivered roses and plants/flowers she could hang or plant herself. Then after I became a mother myself, I realized the things I wanted most for myself on Mother's Day, was anything with my... [More]

I wish you a Happy Easter filled with much laughter, family, friends, and good food. But may you not lose sight of the true meaning of Easter.. [More]

I haven't always cooked Easter dinner. In fact, I either ate Easter dinner at my Mom's, or my husband and I ate out. It was just the two of us for many years. However, now that I'm a mom, myself, I like the idea of the Easter dinner tradition. Like my Mom, I always bake a ham, and I always have deviled eggs. Then I like to try different sides and desserts.. [More]

Dr. Seuss books are definitely some of my all-time favorites. Even today, as an adult, I enjoy reading 'Cat in the Hat', 'Green Eggs and Ham', 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas', and my favorite, 'Fox in Sox'. No other author has brought so much fun and imagination to... [More]

It seems that after a few years of recession, Americans are ready to start spending this Valentine's Day. Here's 2012's V-Day projections:

I usually get some chocolate for Valentine's Day, as well as some little surprise, and my hubby always takes me out to dinner. But I truly don't want anything. I love when he does little extra special things for me, like a foot rub or back massage. My favorites are the poetry he has written ... [More]

Source: flickr.com via Donna on Pinterest   Two of my favorite things are reading and taking long relaxing baths. When I can do both of these things at the same time... heaven. Did you know there was a National Reading in the Bathtub Day? Well, there is. Today,... [More]

In this infographic, you'll find everything you've every wanted to know about that romantic day of love known as Valentine's Day! via

I want to share a few of my favorite quotes about love with you. With Valentine's Day approaching I thought these were appropriate and loved these images, too. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do! Image Source A kiss makes the heart young again and wipes out the years. ~Rupert Br... [More]

How much money do we really spend on Valentine's Day? Check out this infographic and see what price we put on love: by Mint.com via

As 2011 comes to a close, and 2012 brings us a new and fresh start... I raise my glass of champagne to you my dear readers! I wish you a year of joy, good health, much wealth, and good cheer! Thank you for being a part of my blog this year! Oh, and check out this infographic with some histor... [More]

Toys today aren't so different from toys of the past. They've just been upgraded with cool technologies. This infographic from Pronto.com, takes a look at holiday toys then and now. Source We still play the board game Scrabble, but have to admit we love playing it on the... [More]

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I recently received a dozen cookies. Not just any cookies, mind you... but six Christmas Tree Smiley Cookies and six Gourmet Gingerbread Smiley Cookies. A dozen of delcious cookies that evoked a smile from my son, Cody, as soon as he saw them and an even bigger one after he took his first bi... [More]

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Recently, Drop Down Deals gathered stats that shows in this infographic that 6 out of 10 consumers say they will do most of their holiday shopping online this year. And I'm one of them. In fact, I plan on doing 90% of my Christmas shopping online this year. More interesting, more than a... [More]