by Robin | Sep 16, 2009 | Kids, Personal
It's not easy to take pictures when you're screaming at the top of your lungs…. I was so excited, I couldn't focus…my baby is to the left, the goalie is laid out with NOTHING in his hands, and the ball is...
by Robin | Sep 14, 2009 | Funny Stuff!, Humor, Kids, Mom stuff
Prowling through the aisles of Walmart on a hunt for Gorilla Glue, razors and milk, my 12-year-old and I got separated from my husband and other son. No worries, my sidekick kept me entertained until we were reunited. Son: "Mom…you know how...
by Robin | Sep 13, 2009 | Family, Favorite things, Kids, Mom stuff, Music, Parenting, Personal, Videos
Barlowgirl, a trio of musically-gifted sisters, has been a favorite of mine since their self-titled debut five years ago. Lyrically, their music encourages, challenges and inspires; musically, their range will leave you ROCKIN' it OUT one minute, then...
by Robin | Sep 12, 2009 | Blogging, Compassion International, Mom stuff, Parenting
I'm gonna ask something of everyone who sees this post (in a reader, via email/bookmark or by any ol' random search). Depending on your perspective, you'll see me as a shameless self-promoter, a brilliant marketing mind or simply someone who's...
by Robin | Sep 11, 2009 | 15 Words or Less Poems, Faith, Personal, Poetry
skies rained terror and blooda nation held captivethen mournedransomed by unassailable Hope. {{In remembrance of 9/11, prompted by Laura Salas’ “15 words or less” poetry challenge. This week’s unlikely picture featured a ransom...