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Did I Just Get Hit by Robin Hood?

Amy — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:58:24 +0000

I’ve never had reason to consider IdentityHawk or other identity theft protection services. But recently my credit card information was stolen and used – despite the fact that the actual card never left my possession. I didn’t have any idea anything had happened until I got a call from the Fraud Department. They wanted to know if [...]

Note to Self

Amy — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 21:25:00 +0000

If you have kids who are prone to rummaging through the refrigerator when you’re not looking, it’s a good idea to clean out said fridge from time to time. Kaelin didn’t sleep well last night and missed half of school today due to a stomach ache. Actually, I think we’re pretty fortunate that she only [...]

Pierced

Amy — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 01:29:24 +0000

Anyone who has met Kaelin for more than 5 minutes knows my kid is a total weenie. I can say that because she gets it from me. If there’s any possibility that trying something new will result in any form of discomfort, whether physical or emotional, she will refuse to attempt it. Which is why [...]

Korenisms: MLK Edition

Amy — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:55:51 +0000

“Daddo, I have a dream. Just like Dr. King.”

Kaelinisms: History Edition

Amy — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:54:40 +0000

“Kaelin, what’s your favorite sea creature? Something that lives in or around the ocean.” “Christopher Columbus.”

Korenisms: Handsome Guys

Amy — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:02:28 +0000

(Amid a conversation about his friends at school, some of whom are girls) “Daddo, we like beautiful girls, don’t we.” “Yes…I suppose we do.” “But I bet Mama and Kaelin are really glad they get to live with two handsome guys like us.” Both my children have always sported a rather Gingrichian opinion of themselves. [...]

Drumming Fingers

Amy — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:52:27 +0000

The only part of my job that I don’t like (and really, this isn’t specific to MY job, just any job in which the objective is to accomplish something) is when everything on my “TO DO” list is pending some action by another person. I can remind, I can beg, I can annoy people until [...]

35 Charitable Organizations to Consider

Amy — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 02:24:59 +0000

Looking to extend a little generosity this season (or any time)? I’ve heard of several people that plan to donate their Christmas bonus or hope to contribute to something more life-changing than their kids’ toy collection this Christmas, so I thought I’d throw this out there. Giving to church is easy and always available, but [...]

Christmas Songs: Good, Bad and Ugly

Amy — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 23:58:07 +0000

I’ve been listening to Christmas music since they started playing it on the radio, and once again I have been forced to come to the sad realization that there are, in fact, A LOT of really bad Christmas songs. A small sampling: Jingle Bells by the Singing Dogs. You want to make a horrible YouTube [...]

Obama’s Plan B Controversy

Amy — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:20:05 +0000

Yesterday, I participated in an interesting online discussion on Facebook. The Obama administration decided not to raise restrictions on Plan B (emergency contraceptive, which I have written about before) to make it available to minors without a prescription. This is generating a lot of static from certain groups. A friend posted a link to this [...]

Korenisms: Country Edition

Amy — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:53:46 +0000

“Koren, if you had your own foreign country, what would you name it?” “OKLAHOMA!”

Korenisms: Fun Game Edition

Amy — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 05:23:48 +0000

“Hey Kaelin, wanna play that game where I’m dead and you make a sandwich out of me?” Sometimes I don’t know whether to be amused or disturbed by my kids’ imaginations.

Kaelin’s Wish List

Amy — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:49:56 +0000

Webkinz Accordion Flowers Unicorn

November Thanksgiving

Amy — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 01:56:23 +0000

Day 20 Today I am thankful for weekends. I know that sounds silly, because who isn’t thankful for weekends, but before I started working again, I really didn’t care much about weekends. Now, however, I have a real appreciation for the time I get to spend with my family and the free-time I have available [...]

November Thanksgiving

Amy — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 01:55:21 +0000

Day 19 Oops. I’m a day behind. Let’s see. Yesterday, amid the drama, I was thankful for Advil But besides that… Report Cards came home Friday, and Kaelin is doing very well in school. Grading works a little differently than it did when I was in school, but she has the equivalent of straight A’s, [...]

Santa 2011

Amy — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:51:29 +0000

This year, I hunted down The Santa (because there IS only one real Santa and this is him) and found him in Fairview. Since we had nothing to do this afternoon, we made the drive over there and the kids got to chat with Santa. Kaelin was thrilled and detailed for him exactly everything she [...]

The Gift

Amy — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:46:26 +0000

We talked about it again this morning. Today is the day to turn in the OCC boxes, and Kaelin was still having a hard time letting go of the toy she had somehow developed an extreme attachment to, despite the fact that it had never belonged to her. When yesterday’s blog post hit my Facebook [...]

I’m Open to Suggestions

Amy — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 04:09:51 +0000

As parents, we typically – whether consciously or not – have one or two major character traits that we want very much to drill into our children. Mine are a generous heart and empathy. And tonight I’m feeling as though I’ve been a complete failure in both those areas. I talk to my kids constantly about the [...]

November Thanksgiving

Amy — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 04:36:12 +0000

Day 18 Today I’m thankful that the heavy wooden shelf with the sharp corners (narrowly) missed my head as it fell while I was putting clothes away. Sometimes a few inches can be the difference between a sigh of relief and a trip to the ER.

November Thanksgiving

Amy — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:35:45 +0000

Day 17 Today I’m thankful for stupid awesome coincidences that work out for my benefit. I ran out of my favorite face soap yesterday (sad teary face). I also got a coupon in my email for said face soap yesterday (happy face!). I still didn’t know when I was going to be able to make [...]

November Thanksgiving

Amy — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 23:17:24 +0000

Day 16 “Today I’m thankful for my sore muscles because they remind me that I am healthy and able-bodied!” I stole that from a friend because it’s so true. My personal trainer just about killed me last night. I needed it.

November Thanksgiving

Amy — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:21:41 +0000

Day 15 Today I am thankful for XM radio. My free trial ended today, so I was forced to realize the extent to which having so many stations at my fingers improves my 50-minute morning commute. I renewed. All is well.

November Thanksgiving

Amy — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:10:44 +0000

Day 14 Today I am thankful for Starbucks. Because the morning after one of those nights where my son decides that sleep is for weenies, I need that extra little kick to start my day. My cherished mocha coconut frappuccino isn’t available this time of year, but on a day like today I’ll certainly take [...]

November Thankfulness

Amy — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 04:27:03 +0000

Day 13 Today, I am thankful for my immune system. I’m glad that I am not prone to getting colds or illnesses very often. Because I have one right now (Thanks, Koren) and I’ve had a headache for 2 days due to the pressure in my sinuses. It sucks and it’s turning me into a [...]

November Thankfulness

Amy — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 04:20:48 +0000

Day 12 Today, I’m thankful for my daughter’s friends. She has such a great kindergarten class with great little kids. Today is the birthday party of her new “best friend” from class, who also happens to live down the street from us. These two are so cute together, giggling and having a good time. I [...]