Iowa Blogger Chasing Twins, Living Life, & More
While my children aren’t quite old enough to be in school, being a big sister, I like to stay on top of school issues and so forth so I can help my brothers when need be. I try to stay involved and keep myself learning about things not only from the everyday educational issues but […]
There have been modern developments in caring for babies who are born prematurely. However, in terms of fixing the problem of premature birth (preterm labor) there has not been very much improvement. It is not fully understood why some women break their waters or go into labor too early. A premature baby who has not […]
The Journal, an education publication, recently released an article debating the validity of using devices, such as the iPad, for educational purposes. So far iPads and similar devices have been purchased for students in several districts around the country and there?s a debate going on right now as how effective these will be and what […]
I hope you all have a fabulous Easter weekend! We’ve had a little Easter Egg Hunt, hung out with my little brothers, and hopefully we’ll get some more time outdoors today!
I am republishing this post as I believe bullying NEEDS to be discussed and we all need to take a more active part in making such stop. It’s time for everyone to make it stop and not act like it’s no big deal. You would be surprised the impact bullying can have on another individual. […]
Below is the following information about Meals on Wheels and I hope this can help anyone out there. The Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) is launching its second annual Meals for Moms campaign to raise awareness of homebound senior moms facing the threat of hunger this Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 8th). Individuals can […]
I had to share this when I saw it. We all know I love music and I LOVE going out and dancing when I get the chance but this was just AWESOME. Check out Random Acts of Dancing at Perfect Games in Ames, Iowa. This was a surprise performance and it would have been awesome […]
Bullying. We all know the word. AND we all need to stand up and fight it. No matter what your age, you know someone who has been bullied, you have been picked on yourself or you are/were the bully. I am taking a stand against bullies. No matter what the age, this is a face […]
It never ceases to amaze me how quick the weather can change. We’ve had weather in the 70s and 80s, making it an awesome chance to get outside with the kids and enjoy it. With the weather changes, Iowa had a tornado touchdown in Mapleton, Iowa, destroying 60% of the town. We all know there’s […]
Today I have been around for 24 years. Whoaza. About 20 of those years I have been a student. I’ve spent 22 months of that pregnant. I’ve spent 4 /12 years of that as a Mommy. I’ve been a security guard. I’ve been on a local magazine cover. I’ve been on the front page of […]
To learn more about Menu Plan Monday, be sure to check out Organizing Junkie. You can find many others for this week’s here. Recently I began participating in the Family Nutrition Program through the Iowa State University Extension and we recently discussed meal planning and how it can help so, here I am! Monday-This is […]
Yes, we all know I follow John Cena. After reading a headline that he was taking THIRTY kids from the Make-A-Wish Foundation to WrestleMania, I had to go check out his Twitter Stream. Well, it sounds like he had an interesting morning to say the least. Social media is a powerful thing. One Twitter message […]
Aubrey has shown interest in potty training. She’s been able to go out and run errands and come home and still have a dry diaper. She’s practically done the basics of potty training all on her own. The issue? She won’t stop going potty. She obviously has some excellent bladder control because she can literally […]
When it comes to saving money and checking out local discounts, be sure to check out DesMoinesCoupons.com! This new site has given Central Iowans a unique resource to find all the latest deals and events happening in your area! From Casey’s General Store, to TanWorld and more, you don’t want to miss out on what […]
By this point in time, you would have to be living under a rock to have not heard of Chris Brown’s latest outburst and destructive behavior. After an interview yesterday on Good Morning America, Chris Brown exploded into a rage and apparently threw a chair backstage, breaking a window after scaring individuals to the point […]