The Greatest Gift – Holiday Reflections

The Greatest Gift

It’s our last post in our Holiday Reflections series today, and SITStah Nichole does not disappoint. If you missed our first two posts in this series, we recommend heading back and checking out Remembering the Magic and The Memory Book. Today, Nichole writes about a very special Christmas list from her childhood that still holds… [Continue Reading]

Going Off-Road on the Path to Creativity

Finding Creativity

You’re in for a real treat today! SITStah Anna Lefler recently published her first book! We thought it would be great to have her talk about the process of getting a book published,  and how it happened in the most surprising of ways. You’ll be inspired by her perspective as a member of our blogging… [Continue Reading]

I’m Still Standing

tv Dinner

I am a product of the 1970s (born in 1968). I realize that makes me incredibly old – strike that – vintage! to most of you reading this. But it also gives me an interesting perspective on children’s health – both generally, and my own kids in particular. It seems to me that children of… [Continue Reading]

Remembering the Magic – Holiday Reflections

Remembering the Magic

Last week, we kicked off a short series of posts where some lovely writers share reflections on the holidays. The first post was The Memory Book, and it’s a must-read. Today, we have another touching story. Tonya from Letters for Lucas shares why this Christmas might be different than years past in Remembering the Magic…. [Continue Reading]

The Memory Book: Holiday Reflections

Holiday Reflections

As the holiday season draws ever nearer, we wanted to feature some writing and reflections about the holiday. So today, we bring you the first in a series of posts by some fabulous writers who graciously agreed to share some of their holiday moments with our community.  Sherri from Old Tweener is here with a… [Continue Reading]

How To Blog Honestly – Without Losing Your Dignity

Blogging with Honesty

As bloggers, we have a propensity toward sharing some of the most private moments of our personal history. But it’s a fine line to walk – how much do you share, and how? Today, 2012 BBC Speaker Robin Farr shares her tips on striking the right balance. How to Blog Honestly Without Losing Your Dignity… [Continue Reading]

San Juan

Old San Juan

So, I’m back from my fabulous trip to San Juan, Puerto Rico. A big, fat, thank you to San Juan Marriott for hosting our stay- the hotel, location and service was incredible! Right before I left, they gave me a sneak peek of the new, fabulous bar area they are building….. This lounge area has… [Continue Reading]

She Says, She Says: Holiday Posts – Good or Bad Idea?

holiday blog posts

With Halloween, Thanksgiving, the various December holidays, New Year’s and Valentine’s Day happening in rapid-fire succession, it can leave bloggers with a dilemma: to do some holiday writing for your blog, or not? To post or not to post on a holiday? The Upside To Holiday Posts I’ve always looked at holiday posts as sort… [Continue Reading]

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