Cell phone tops preschoolers wish lists this Christmas
Cellphones, laptops, digital cameras and MP3 music players are among the hottest gift items this year for preschoolers. According to a New York Times article, Toy makers and retailers are filling shelves with new tech devices for children ages 3 and up, and sometimes even down. They say they are catering to junior consumers who [...]
Interesting Gallup poll
I have stayed out of the political realm on here for quite some time, other than stating who I am supporting in the ’08 Presidential election. However, this I found interesting. Republicans Report Much Better Mental Health Than Others PRINCETON, NJ — Republicans are significantly more likely than Democrats or independents to rate their mental [...]
Holy wind tunnel, Batman!
Holy cow! I seriously thought my van was going to be blown off the road this afternoon! And while I was sitting in the van waiting for the twins to leave school, I felt like I was on a ship. Maybe I should have had a bag of salt (or two bags) in the trunk. [...]
Two for Friday
Two Names You Go by 1. Trisha 2. mommy Two Things You Are Wearing Right Now: 1. black pants 2. my blood donor fall 2007 t shirt Two Things You Would Want in a Relationship: 1. trust 2. honesty Two of Your Favorite Things to do: 1. reading 2. spending time with my family Two [...]
Dear Santa, Part 2
I received this in an email from a friend and thought it was just too cute and I had to share. I can relate! Dear Santa, I’ve been a good mom all year. I’ve fed, cleaned and cuddled my children on demand, visited the doctor’s office more than my doctor and sold sixty-two cases of [...]
Tackle It Tuesday
No, it’s not much, but it’s a start. And, no, the tree still has no lights or ornaments. The lights are dh’s job, and he’s sick Before: What are you tackling this week? Share here, or at 5 Minutes for Mom! Sphere: Related Content
Go ahead, look at me funny
I went to Giant Eagle today to get dh some medicine and they were piping Christmas tunes throughout the store. I couldn’t help myself and I started quietly singing along. I love Christmas music! People were looking at me like I was off my rocker! As if they’ve never heard anyone singing Christmas songs before. [...]
Manic Monday
No, I’m not talking about some sale in a store somewhere. I’m talking about my house! Manic is certainly what it is with 6 kids running around. My blog name is holding true today! I have been babysitting for a friend for about 4 months and today, because the kids are all out of school, [...]












