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Ohio's Women, Independents in Super Tuesday Crosshairs
I'm a Leo -- I should love all this attention being lavished on Ohio because of its Super Tuesday swing state status. Where to begin?The PollsOne poll out yesterday shows former Massachusetts Governor...
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BlogHer Network Member News: Tricia Stream Talks to Diane Sawyer on ABC's...
A film crew from ABC's World News with Dianne Saywer visited Stream of the Conscious blogger Tricia Stream at her home. She spoke with Dianne Sawyer about her experience with migraines and depression....
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Super Tuesday Food: Severely Delicious Flip Flop Flapjacks
To my surprise, when asked if he supports the Blunt Bill Romney answered “NO!”I thought, “YES! The man has his own opinion after all. Hooray! Maybe Romney IS a Massachusetts Moderate. There are worse...
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The Pros and Cons: Can We Even Afford a Second Child?
As exemplified in previous posts, much of my “down time” is spent thinking about whether my husband and I should try to have a second child. Lately I’ve been wondering if, as parents, we invest all of...
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A Refreshing Red Grapefruit and Mint Sorbet
[Editor's Note: Though a frozen dessert might not be the first thing that comes to mind during citrus season, this is a great idea for how to use excess grapefruit or pommelo as winter draws to a...
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Sew an Oversized Cinch Top Bag
[Editor's Note: Every woman needs a great big bag in their wardrobe. Big purses are great for trips to the beach, fashionable diaper changes or even sleepovers. They are so versatile and in this case...
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Mommy's Car: Objects in the Rearview Mirror
Bear with me, because I'm about to pour a whole lot of emotion into a post about a car. Actually a minivan. But it all started with a car. When the time came to say good bye to my first car, I was a...
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Finding Community in a New Town
Back in September of last year, after selling our house in Victoria, my husband and I flew to Windsor for a one-week whirlwind house-buying adventure in our soon-to-be new city. During the days that...
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Getting Smart About Your Family's Food Budget With Rosalyn Hoffman
Even though I'm not a mother myself, I know all too well how hard it is to stick to a budget, particularly when it comes to my grocery bill. In fact, just last night, at the checkout counter at the...
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Kaplan University Faculty Interviews: Dr. Drew Ross
Technology and education are a powerful combination, for students and educators alike. Online learning is expanding our educational horizons every day, and Dr. Drew Ross is at the forefront of that...
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I'm an Imperfect Mom & I'm Okay with It
I am an optimist with a side of realist. As such, I try to focus on the good things, but recognize that sometimes we have to address the not-so-good to make that good stuff even better. Lena at Listen...
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Kaplan University Faculty Interviews: Dr. Betty Vandenbosch
Going back to school as an adult requires support and dedication. As the Dean of Students at Kaplan University, Dr. Betty Vandenbosch offers that support to thousands of students each year. In fact,...
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Feminine Style: LC Lauren Conrad
I'm not ashamed to admit that I love Lauren Conrad's line for Kohl's. She has found a way to capture my feminine style and make it effortless and affordable. Check out my favorite pieces in this...
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Google's Privacy Policy. What You Can Do.
It's the topic du jour, Google is updating it's Privacy Policy and need I forget to mention Google is NOT allowing users to opt-out. That's right. All Google users must opt-in to the new Policy. That...
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However You Feel About Snooki, Don't Wish a Miscarriage on Her
The rumor mill is buzzing with word of Snooki’s alleged pregnancy and possible engagement to Jionni LaVelle. Quite honestly, I don’t care. I can proudly say that I have never watched a minute of Jersey...
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Less Than Half is Talent
Today I heard a radio interview where Guthrie P. Ramsey Jr., Professor of Music at the University of Pennsylvania, shared all the details of what made Whitney Houston's voice "the voice". Longing to...
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Coach-Parent: The Good...The Bad...The Ugly...
When my son first started playing basketball, I 'volunteered' my husband, without asking, to coach the team. I didn't care if he had coached, or for that matter, even played, basketball at the time. I...
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Saints They Ain't
Did you hear about the New Orleans Saints? The NFL reports that defensive players for the New Orleans Saints have been receiving bounties for hurting players on the opposing team. At first, I didn’t...
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Mercury Retrograde March 12 - Pause and Refresh
It’s time for those “re” words again – rethink, rework, revisit, revitalize, reduce (not physically). The 1st Mercury Retrograde for 2012 will be upon us on Monday, March 12 in fiery Aries. Take time...
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I Love My Autistic Son -- Even Though I Hate Autism
Many people seem to arrive at my website through an autism or Asperger’s internet search. I’ve seen everything from “my autistic son walks in circles” to “I hate my autistic child.” As you can imagine,...
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