Well, no car and no on campus housing. What’s a mother to do? I think I may have finally found the solution to Andy’s lack of housing in his transfer from Alfred University to the University of Buffalo. I have been checking The Buffalo News on Mondays and looking at the various boards the university… Continue reading Campus Housing and the Transfer Student
Well, another milestone in Susan’s senior year. Her prom was on Friday. I am still recovering. The high school has a group of parents that form what is called the After Prom Party Committee. We put on an after prom party that is totally alcohol free and is a lot of work. My body is… Continue reading Another Susan Milestone
Well, I have always loved summer. It is easier to exercise as it is warmer out. Walking in the snow, while doable, is not as convenient. I like to eat less and exercise more. Having at least two of my kids wanting or having to work out this summer is going to be great. Elise… Continue reading Summer Approaches
…. and believe it or not I am not talking NCAA basketball either. The start of another Region 1 soccer season is about to begin. Let’s recap the madness last year – the team’s one year in the Director’s league. Granted, it was a prestigious move but it was a costly one on the gas… Continue reading And the annual “madness” begins…
I know we have all heard it before – there is no “I” in team. Unfortunately, in this time of teams for everything and the more teams you are on the “cooler” as a teen you seem, there is definitely a “me” in team. Let’s look at two different teen-age girls. Both are headed to… Continue reading What does “team” mean?
I always knew that at least one of my six children would finally hit that stage where they were immortal and I knew nothing. Well, it has taken a long time as most of my kids still believe I know everything – a hard job and a well-placed network of “spies” will accomplish that. We… Continue reading Immortality and the Always Wrong Parent
Well, since January was a bust for goals, I am about to post February’s. Walk 20 miles this month. Do Pilates 4 times a week. Read 2 books. Read Simple Abundance daily. Set up menu plans for the month, taking into consideration when the college kids are home, sporting events and practices, Odyssey of the… Continue reading February Goals
Well, my January goals were hefty. I set my sights high usually. Walk 20 miles this month. Do Pilates 4 times a week starting week of 16 Jan. Read 2 books. Read Simple Abundance daily. Pay NYSEG bill by 1/19. Set up menu plans for the month, taking into consideration when the college kids are… Continue reading Review of January Goals
25 Jan – Saucy BBQ Chicken Sammies 26 Jan – Turkey Noodle Casserole 27 Jan – Ginger-Soy Chicken 28 Jan – White Pita Pizzas 29 Jan – Easy Potato Soup 30 Jan – Spaghetti and Meatballs 31 Jan – Five Spice Burgers 1 Feb – Leftovers 2 Feb – Chicken in Vadalia Onion Sauce 3… Continue reading Menu Planning – Jan 25 to Feb 11
Well, I have sat and looked at last year’s aspirations and goals. I have noted where they have gone, been accomplished or otherwise. Now I need to work these into my life in 2006. Submit art and get published. To this end, I am going to try to create something at least three days a… Continue reading Aspirations for 2006
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