Posted: 05/22/12 - Last week, our TV station asked for pictures of us starting school. It’s so fun to look back at these “old” pictures. I now think about my two kids starting school. Sure, the anticipation and mix of emotions are still the same, but the settings have changed a bit. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - “Remember to say please and thank you!” These are the last words my kids usually hear from me as they shut the car door and trot off to school. It’s my friendly little “manners” reminder. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - Planning a child’s birthday party is fun…and stressful. So many questions: What’s the theme? Who to invite? What to serve? Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - Follow the yellow brick road… the Vanderfords we’re off to see the wizard for Halloween this year! Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - The first few days of kindergarten are in the books. My 5-year-old seems to be adjusting...with a few little jitters. Read More

Updated: 05/22/12 - So...after a few months on the job, I just learned that my three-old year has been crying for me every single morning! Read More

Updated: 05/22/12 - It was nothing like I imagined. I've heard the stories...Mother's "boo hooing" on their child's first day of school. Sweet, but not me. Read More

Updated: 05/22/12 - If you've ever tried to sell a house, you know it can be tough. If you've ever tried to sell a house and have kids - you know it can be even tougher. Read More

Updated: 05/22/12 - My life has been a whirlwind!! In the last month, I have left a job of 10 years. Started a brand new one. Put my house up for sale. AND... I'm looking to move into a new home - in a new city - hopefully before schools starts. Read More