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Some things just don't change much! That look still exists around here. ;-)
Commented Jul 1, 2010 on What if you are ‘THAT Marin County Mom’ and they just don’t know it yet? at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
What if you are ‘THAT Marin County Mom’ and they just don’t know it yet?
While I hate to preach on ‘all things Marin’ there are moments, just like those moments when I grew up here, that I don’t quite fit in. While it is a bit of a generalization to say that everyone in Marin is focused on organic produce, shuns television, eats out 1.2 times per week, avoids fast ...
Yes, the cyber playground has bullies - Teach kids cyber safety
Posted Jun 18, 2010 at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
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My Billboard In Times Square (Yes- NYC!)
Posted Jun 13, 2010 at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
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Mi Pueblo San Rafael's Newest Latin Supermarket
Posted May 31, 2010 at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
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Happy to share what I am learning- sounds like a great follow-up post!
Commented May 12, 2010 on Kiss & Make-up at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
Kiss & Make-up
I was recently inspired by meeting Sonia Kashuk, who holds the exclusive line of make-up at Target. She wrote a post on what she kept in her make-up bag and I have to confess - I. Was. Fascinated. In high school (think 80's when purple and teal was all the rage in eye color) and college (when...
Great article- and so relevant to my post--http://www.svmoms.com/2010/04/the-valuable-things.html
Thank you for your thoughts on this topic.
Commented Apr 30, 2010 on When Worry is Worthless, When Fear is a Friend at Say it Better
When Worry is Worthless, When Fear is a Friend
My friend Colleen Wainwright calls "anxiety, my old friend." We women generally worry more than men. For example, "While men are bearing the brunt of the job losses, women report much higher levels of fear and worry about their families’ financial security than men do" and women worry more ...
Thank you- me too. It was a good reminder to keep alert!
Commented Apr 30, 2010 on The Valuable Things at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
The Valuable Things
With the recent bout of natural disasters my childrens' awareness of how quickly things can change is heightened. Their newly discovered sense of Mother Nature driven insecurities continues to spawn a number of conversations. They now ponder the possibility of losing their homes and/or importa...
I really enjoyed this story- and your title was perfect. That is like something that would have happened to me!
Commented Apr 20, 2010 on Believe in Children, Trust in Adults at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
Believe in Children, Trust in Adults
The Stress of a Parent Volunteer in the School Library I arrived a few minutes late to the library today, but was relieved there were only about eight books to check-in while the librarian read to the students. Easy-peasy, I thought. I checked in the books, shelved them, spread the kids' libra...
It is the best way to get those big projects done- I do tend to 'slide' a dinner out onto the agenda too. And I make it late one, because I can when no one needs to be home to go to bed on time. :)
Commented Apr 20, 2010 on Spending Kid-Free Time on Chores...And Liking It at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
Spending Kid-Free Time on Chores...And Liking It
When I told my friends that my kids would be away for nearly three days of Spring Break, they asked if my husband and I were going away, taking a spa day, or if I planned to loll around in the sun while reading. (The weather was fairly gloomy, so thankfully sunbathing was not in my plans or I ...
If I was a kid, I would love this type of an apology...trust me. There were witnesses that I still speak to today. It was all true!
Commented Apr 7, 2010 on The Cookie Episode at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
The Cookie Episode
In the early days of my career, there was a manager who quickly became my biggest nightmare. He was highly disorganized and took pleasure in asking his junior staff to come to his office for a "working meeting". The problem was that during the “meeting” what he would really do was have the inv...
Funny- I thought the SAME thing!
Commented Apr 7, 2010 on The Cookie Episode at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
The Cookie Episode
In the early days of my career, there was a manager who quickly became my biggest nightmare. He was highly disorganized and took pleasure in asking his junior staff to come to his office for a "working meeting". The problem was that during the “meeting” what he would really do was have the inv...
That is wonderful that you help young children with their reading skills I think it makes an big difference when you know that others are there to help you read/learn/listen.
-gina
Commented Mar 21, 2010 on I'll never learn how to read: A story-tale at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
I'll never learn how to read: A story-tale
It’s 7:20AM on a rainy day in 1975 and tears are streaming down my face as I got into my mother’s avocado colored ’67 Mustang convertible to head over to my first grade class in the Bay Area suburb of Greenbrae. In sheer frustration and fear I exclaimed, “I’ll never learn how to read!” I assur...
It is such fun to hear your children read and to know how many doors it opens for them in life- good readers are generally good spellers and this is such a big help in school. Thank you for your thoughts. -gina
Commented Mar 21, 2010 on I'll never learn how to read: A story-tale at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
I'll never learn how to read: A story-tale
It’s 7:20AM on a rainy day in 1975 and tears are streaming down my face as I got into my mother’s avocado colored ’67 Mustang convertible to head over to my first grade class in the Bay Area suburb of Greenbrae. In sheer frustration and fear I exclaimed, “I’ll never learn how to read!” I assur...
I love that Disney magic gave you your moment in the sun- I have found the same situation with Prima and as she gets older we have more of OUR moments and shared times that are deeply treasured.
Commented Feb 15, 2010 on Why I love "The Princess and the Frog" at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
Why I love "The Princess and the Frog"
I love musical theater. While I have zero talent in the singing and acting department, I could spend my entire paycheck on show tickets and soundtracks. Early in my career, I traveled to New York City where I spent lots of time and money on Broadway. I spent subsequent hours singing to the CD...
So true- and I did think about how it would be to sit on the other side of the fence on this one. It is not an easy issue and I guess everyone has to play by the same rules. I would have hated for my child to have felt uncomfortable if the situation was reversed. I guess it was more a reflective on where we are evolving to as a society. :-)
Commented Feb 10, 2010 on In a world of germs should we also sterilize our children’s behavior? at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
In a world of germs should we also sterilize our children’s behavior?
I couldn’t believe my ears. Week one of kindergarten and I was sequestered to report to the classroom after school with my son. What on earth could he have possibly done that required such attention? I was blank. He had been in preschool for three years and he had always received high marks f...
You hit the nail on the head Alexa- clearly we grew up in the same neck of the woods. Revive the hippie? Peace out! ;-)
Commented Feb 10, 2010 on What if you are ‘THAT Marin County Mom’ and they just don’t know it yet? at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
What if you are ‘THAT Marin County Mom’ and they just don’t know it yet?
While I hate to preach on ‘all things Marin’ there are moments, just like those moments when I grew up here, that I don’t quite fit in. While it is a bit of a generalization to say that everyone in Marin is focused on organic produce, shuns television, eats out 1.2 times per week, avoids fast ...
That is funny- that wrestling is more tolerated than a kiss. I'd rather have the kiss personally. ;-)
Commented Feb 10, 2010 on In a world of germs should we also sterilize our children’s behavior? at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
In a world of germs should we also sterilize our children’s behavior?
I couldn’t believe my ears. Week one of kindergarten and I was sequestered to report to the classroom after school with my son. What on earth could he have possibly done that required such attention? I was blank. He had been in preschool for three years and he had always received high marks f...
Wow- that is shocking. I hope it all goes well and that you are happy to know your decision was a good one on many levels. I am the same, worried about money and then sometimes I think that we just need to LIVE and enjoy because we don't know what tomorrow will bring us. Take care.
Commented Feb 4, 2010 on Midlife Crisis: Don't Let Your Cents Get in the Way at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
Midlife Crisis: Don't Let Your Cents Get in the Way
As far as crises go, I have to say I'm happy my husband is not a philandering, Tiger-esque sort of man, or even a sports-jalopy type. I'm happy to say that as he approaches 50 (which is the new mid-life age, not 40), his crisis is dreaming of becoming a guitar-playing, rock'n roll'n, Eric Clap...
They are certainly out of fashion here in California but I adore them and insist, no matter how much time/work it takes to pull them off, to do them for my children every year. To me it is the best gift I can give them- a memory of our time together and spending my time on them.
Commented Feb 4, 2010 on Are homemade birthday parties for children going out of fashion in NJ? at New Jersey Moms Blog
Are homemade birthday parties for children going out of fashion in NJ?
I’ve had a homemade birthday party for my daughter her past three birthdays. The first birthday I can admit is really for the parents so it makes sense to have at home and I certainly saved money. I don’t think I saved any money on her third birthday - at best I broke even - but it was a uniqu...
Yes, it is good to put things back into perspective. I enjoyed your story and how it ended with a celebration of life.
Commented Feb 4, 2010 on Midlife Crisis: Don't Let Your Cents Get in the Way at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
Midlife Crisis: Don't Let Your Cents Get in the Way
As far as crises go, I have to say I'm happy my husband is not a philandering, Tiger-esque sort of man, or even a sports-jalopy type. I'm happy to say that as he approaches 50 (which is the new mid-life age, not 40), his crisis is dreaming of becoming a guitar-playing, rock'n roll'n, Eric Clap...
Great analogy - love the Mag and the junk food concept! I can't wait to put your advice in play ... Jerry Springer, cult - brilliant!
Commented Jan 28, 2010 on What if you are ‘THAT Marin County Mom’ and they just don’t know it yet? at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
What if you are ‘THAT Marin County Mom’ and they just don’t know it yet?
While I hate to preach on ‘all things Marin’ there are moments, just like those moments when I grew up here, that I don’t quite fit in. While it is a bit of a generalization to say that everyone in Marin is focused on organic produce, shuns television, eats out 1.2 times per week, avoids fast ...
I believe too! And those new PlayStations are great, we have a PS2 and I am learning how great the PS3 with Blueray really is too. Thanks for sharing your story too.
-gina
Commented Jan 28, 2010 on What if you are ‘THAT Marin County Mom’ and they just don’t know it yet? at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
What if you are ‘THAT Marin County Mom’ and they just don’t know it yet?
While I hate to preach on ‘all things Marin’ there are moments, just like those moments when I grew up here, that I don’t quite fit in. While it is a bit of a generalization to say that everyone in Marin is focused on organic produce, shuns television, eats out 1.2 times per week, avoids fast ...
I imagine there is a lot more out there than is 'discussed' - thanks for your comment!
-gina
Commented Jan 28, 2010 on What if you are ‘THAT Marin County Mom’ and they just don’t know it yet? at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
What if you are ‘THAT Marin County Mom’ and they just don’t know it yet?
While I hate to preach on ‘all things Marin’ there are moments, just like those moments when I grew up here, that I don’t quite fit in. While it is a bit of a generalization to say that everyone in Marin is focused on organic produce, shuns television, eats out 1.2 times per week, avoids fast ...
I am the same way. I love to leave with everything in order so that when I return home it softens the blow that the vacation/holiday is really over. Enjoy your time away!
Commented Dec 20, 2009 on Pre-Travel Stress Syndrome at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
Pre-Travel Stress Syndrome
Traveling with your family can be fun. Traveling with your family during the holidays can be fun, but a bit hectic. Traveling with your family during the holidays to stay with relatives for three weeks is fun and hectic, but keeping everyone entertained and happy requires a lot of advance pl...
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