Category Archives: Life as a Mom

Being The Mom

October 4, 2011 – 10:03 pm

Ten years ago, my highest priorities were myself and my career. The thought of taking care of and mothering two boys was the furthest thing from my mind. Then it all changed 6 1/2 years ago when I had Alex…and followed by Zachy in October 2007. That brought about the rotation of my life, the [...]

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Flu Shot Frustration

October 20, 2009 – 9:32 pm

I’m the mother of two wonderful boys who are unfortunately prone to allergies and asthma - and they take breathing treatments year round to keep their lungs in check.  They really have no idea why they go through all of this but they know that it makes them breathe better. This fall has been pretty [...]

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Nearing Mother’s Day

May 4, 2009 – 6:59 pm

I’m currently in Naples, Florida for Wiley’s sales meeting. I love the time in Florida and, to some extent, find it re-energizing to be away from home. But in turn, life is not moving at its usual hectic pace so it also gives me time to think and reflect. With Mother’s Day fast approaching, I [...]

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My Mother Would Be Proud

April 11, 2009 – 8:41 pm

My mother was a true-blood coupon cutter and she taught me well. I have always been a user of coupons when I do my grocery shopping. I’m also known for bringing a dining coupon with me to a restaurant. Lots of people find this surprising. Not sure why. But with these times of needing our [...]

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A Good Doctor

January 26, 2009 – 10:29 pm

Although I am notorious for harping on the negative things - at least I admit it - I felt today that I should relate a very positive interaction that I had today with a new doctor. The last 4 years (when I was pregnant with Little A) began my decent into the world of doctor [...]

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