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Sunday, May 8, 2011

Mommy Moments

Give Mom Some Love This Mother's Day

Yes, even though we can be annoying, we love you

I must say, I couldn’t be any more blessed this Mother’s Day. I have three children who mean the world to me. One of my favorite parts of Mother’s Day is getting the handmade gifts they do at school each year. I already got a glimpse of one the other day as my middle daughter came home with paint goop all up and down the sleeve of her new shirt. At first I was annoyed. It was a new shirt after all. But once I realized how she got it there, I kept my mouth shut. It’s all good if the mess is in the name of a Mother’s Day gift. I’m sure that once I get their gifts, they pamper me with a far too-sweet homemade breakfast and shower me with kisses and hugs, they’ll be done with the Mother’s Day celebration. But my blessing will keep going. You …

Monday, February 14, 2011

Huntley Musings

Valentine's Day Not Just A "Hallmark" Holiday

A day set aside for love is a good thing in today's busy society.

I was always a sucker for Valentine’s Day. The frilly boxes of chocolate, the cute cards, the flowers and the idea of having a forever Valentine lulled me into this Hallmark generated “holiday.” Then I got married. The romantic Valentine’s Day took on a whole new meaning. The first few years, I went out and bought a little something. I looked forward to getting roses and a card. I didn't expect a lot, although I liked getting a little extra something. Then we had kids. Last year, my husband gave me a card and flowers. I don't think we did anything special. The last 18 months have been fuzzy. If I remember, we had cold steak with a crying baby on each of our laps. But Valentine’s Day hasn’t had the same impact on me as it did. It just seems…

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