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Hey friend! No worries, were all fine here. I totally need to write on the blog, right? I really have a lot to say. And now I actually have time - and many coffeehouses to explore! How is the school year going so far for you, teacher lady? Xoxo Sam
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popcorn date
We've been keeping it low-key around here, staying close to home. Two big weekends in a row (Thomas' birthday party, then going home for my Mom's birthday and visiting Beaux's side of the family, too) will do that to a person. But today we had lunch with good friends, and then a few er...
You are a beautiful woman! And brave and open to post this - but I do challenge you to EMBRACE your beauty. It's there, for sure - and there will be even more beauty when you're ten years down the road because that will be ten more years of experience and life and love and some tears, too.
This is what 35 looks like.
This is me. 35. Sounds really, really old. No makeup. I'm pretty sure my hair isn't washed. And I wasn't brave enough for a full head-to-toe shot. My pants are kinda tight these days. And I didn't even sit up and smile for this. But it's real. And I'm going to work at seeing the good in this p...
Yes! So smart. You have to start somewhere, and setting the table for the morning is perfect! It may be something as simple as having all the dishes out of the sink so you don't start off the day with a messy kitchen...whatever. I love this. You'll find your way...you're on the path...love to you...
Small Lessons
sun and daffodils There are all these things that are common knowledge. Common sense. Pieces of wisdom that we hear over and over again. Sensible things. About how to do a job well, live well, save money, keep a house in order, raise a family, take care of ourselves, lose weight. Not big, amaz...
Sweet, sweet babies. You do know that now your boys have an automatic crazy Auntie Sam in Mississippi now, right? And an built in cousin if they want Thomas, too! I, too, wonder if I've neglected my sweet boy, but he has always been amazing at playing by himself. It's a gift when kiddos can be happy on their own! I know I am happy to play by myself as a grown up...
As for the rest of it - I am so honored. I still can't believe that God knew we'd be on this beach in North Carolina at the same time and say, "Oh, you two? Oh yes. What a great friendship you've got ahead of you." I believe it. Thank you for being so vulnerable and trusting and just your amazing Arabella self. And for helping me so much, too!
Gratitude...some a day late. And some that's right on time.
A month of Gratitude - Day 8 Yesterday we lost internet. Totally and completely. Still no idea why...and I just can't get typepad to post from my phone...soooo...I'm behind. But it doesn't change that the only thing on my mind yesterday was how VERY grateful I am that my kids play independent...
I love this post. What I think many men of faith don't understand is that they have all these Biblical men to identify with...and for women, we need someone, too. We can't all be Esther, or Ruth, but many of us are mothers. The idea of having a connection to the one who mothered God...that's very powerful and holy. To know that Mary loves Jesus in a very human way...it gives us hope that we can love Him, too.
How Mary brought me back to Jesus, part 2
A few weeks after I brought my babies home from the NICU (you can read about my first moment of appreciation for Mary in part 1), I was battling through PPD, managing 3 older children and breastfeeding preemie twins. I was absolutely humbled. I've never felt more desperate. This was a necessa...
That is perfect! We got a little spooked, too (scary music...strobe lights...) but bravely made it through. I love your trick-or-treat bags! It's all about letting go of expectations and just enjoying the experience. I loved being outside under the stars...and all the candy I get to hijack!
Happy Halloween
We had such fun. We carved our pumpkins. Made "emergency" trick or treating bags and practiced saying "Happy Halloween". This year costumes were requested and enjoyed, and we actually made it to 4 houses before someone got scared and we had to come home. A great improvement on ...
This is so beautiful and lovely, Arabella. I am truly smitten by you, and love that we found so much to talk about - music, little boys, and everything else. I can't wait to get to know you MORE. Really. And Melissa is right - Squam by the Sea wouldn't have been the same without YOU.
What I really want to say is Thank You.
This place. These women. I have read beautiful, adeptly worded descriptions and reflections on the event that was "Squam by the Sea" in the past few days. My words still fail me. The words I have don't seem broad enough or deep enough to encompass everything that happened there. My poo...
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Mar 15, 2010
Oh wow! What a great idea, selling books BACK...I definitely have some that I know I wont read again, or ever, so thanks for that tip!
book nerd to the nth degree
Lately I've had really good luck, book-wise. I've been reading good books, stumbling across old favorites, and better than all of that, finally discovering a 'lost' book. January and February have been 'low' months for me, reading-wise. Here's my list of books I read during those two months: ...
Bethany, I love that you sat down and figured out your available hours for doing what you love/want to do! That is just so very sensible and honestly, never would have occurred to me.
Honestly, I don't know how moms of little ones have a super consistent exercise routine, unless they already have child care set up, or can join a gym with child care available for members. I am lucky in that Beaux's schedule is so odd, and lately he's had more time off from work. Even if he's working nights, when he comes home in the mornings (between 7 and 8 a.m.) I can grab some time then, before he goes to sleep. When he's working days it is MUCH harder. I have to utilize the time when Thomas is in Mother's Morning Out, which can be a drag, since I like to use that time for 'fun stuff' like coffee w/ friends, or Sam-time. I know some people are very disciplined about getting up before the kids get up (we're talking 5 a.m.) and I'm just not there yet, or they do it AFTER the kids go to bed. (No way!) So I just don't know what the solution is, but I know it takes a lot of support from your spouse for most SAHM's. Or they are very rich and we hate them
already, right? (Just kidding!)
a monster update, with hats!
Hi-ho, hi-ho, no I haven't fallen into a well. I did not trip on the treadmill and break something (God forbid). I have, however, been up to my neck in the 'full cupboard of life' and as always, that leaves me feeling blessed and depleted all at the same time. I'm giving you the full update here...
Yes! You go, Bethany!
Seriously, though. The elipitical took me by surprise...I definitely hate running, but I love that I can move FAST and not feel like I'm jarring all my joints like running on pavement does...and lucky you, you have one IN THE HOUSE! Now crank up the music, sister! (I couldn't do it without some seriously good tunes...yesterday it was OutKast's Hey Ya...that song always makes me laugh!)
:) Sam
former vixen in a fat suit
On Wednesday - after dropping Thomas off at Mother's Morning Out - I finally got out the bridesmaid dress I'm expected to wear at the end of October. I couldn't zip it up. I found my sneakers (it took awhile) and some socks. Rummaged through my purse for my tiny iPod shuffle, loaded up my newe...
I just want you to know you're not alone, and like everyone has said in earlier comments, this is what these programs are for. I signed up for WIC when my child was in the NICU (mostly to help out my amazing lactation consultant, who was employed through WIC) and got a free breast pump since I was a working mother (though I didn't work during the summer, since I had TWO part time teaching jobs). That was truly awesome and made all the difference!
Dole, The
After some minimal research this week, I learned that we currently qualify for WIC (Women, Infants, and Children - an assistance program), and, since most programs use the same measuring standard, we likely qualify for other programs as well. Which means that next week, once the smoke has cleare...
I've now seen all the episodes of this show (except this one) and they all break my heart. I agree with your original review, that it really shows the teens in an honest, respectful light. Good for Catelynn and her boyfriend in making such a difficult, selfless decision. She should be very proud of herself for listening to her heart, even if her mom didn't support her.
Catelynn's Story: An Interview With One Of MTV's "16 and Pregnant" Teens
Last week, I wrote about MTV's show 16 and Pregnant. I talked about how, as someone who had a baby at a relatively young age, I related very much to the young parents featured on the show and that I thought that MTV made every effort to present the parents and the larger issue of teen pregnanc...
Thanks, Brandi! Is it weird that I'm relieved?
The Real Housewives of New Jersey (Episode 3): Not One of Us
(This week we're doing a little live blog action so you can see how I feel in REAL time) Teresa is taking her 7 year old, Gia to a meeting with Wilhelmina modeling agency in New York. It's super important, so says Teresa but you guys! Remember! Teresa is NOT a stage mom! I love that Teresa b...
Re: my Big Fat Fabulous Wedding w/ Dina - is that they one where the groom cussed out EVERYONE, all the TIME? I remember that one! Holy crap.
I can't help but love all of it; it's just pure brain-suckitude fun.
The Real Housewives of New Jersey (Episode 3): Not One of Us
(This week we're doing a little live blog action so you can see how I feel in REAL time) Teresa is taking her 7 year old, Gia to a meeting with Wilhelmina modeling agency in New York. It's super important, so says Teresa but you guys! Remember! Teresa is NOT a stage mom! I love that Teresa b...
I said I wasn't going to watch, but I did. I couldn't help myself (apparently, like the rest of America). It was sad, it was uncomfortable, and weirdly, Kate was far more likeable than she's been in ages (whether or not her behavior was contrived or not is another question). Jon seemed heavily medicated and petulant. I know they both want to be there for their kids but I agree, why not ask for a month off and send the cameras away. The marriage - unless they're both world class actors - seems like it's over.
I know many people think Kate's a monster, and criticize her being away so much, especially at this time. But really, if you had 8 children - even with help - wouldn't you JUMP at the opportunity to go do something different, just for a little while? I know I'm thrilled to go to the grocery store alone; I completely understand that allure.
Still, the whole time, they never said that they loved each other. That was tremendously sad.
Jon & Kate Plus Hate 8: The Season Premiering
Yeeeeeah. So that was, in a word, awkward. For the record, I'd never been interested in the whole Jon & Kate soap opera -slash- televisual phenomenon before last night, so please pardon me if my ignorance shows here. But after the epic media blitz the TLC network punished all of us with over t...
I've become shamefully obsessed with all the coverage - it's bad, y'all. But I refuse to watch the show on Monday night - I feel like I'm giving them EXACTLY what they want. It's bad enough if they actually have problems, but even worse if they are milking them for reality show drama - talk about messed up. I used to like to watch, too, but I'm just not interested in being a part of the machine that strips these kids' of a normal life. Yeah, college is expensive, yes, groceries are expensive. But nothing is worth this sort of mess.
Jon & Kate Are Back On the Air, The Tension Can be Cut with a Knife
It's been a few weeks since I shared with MamaPop readers the rumors swirling around Jon & Kate Gosselin, of TLC reality show fame. Since then, well, things haven't gotten better for the parents of eight. More rumors have hit the tabloids (including sad revelations from Kate's own brother), an...
I'm so excited. I wrote an email, too, which I never do.
Let's All Make Out With Joss Whedon's Dollhouse
Omigod omigod omigod omigod omigod. I woke up to the best news ever this morning. Okay, well, maybe it's not the "best news ever", but in the arena of television, this is some of the best news I've heard in a long time. Of course, Joss Whedon's involvement with any television project always p...
Who doesn't love the free stuff?
GIVEAWAY: Sundance Channel eco-Friendly Swag Bag
After a lot of very scientific research and intensive demographic studies, we've pretty much determined that MAMAPOP READERS LIKE THE FREE STUFF. You guys like the giveaways, and surprise! We like giving you the free stuff. See? This is why we work so well together, chickens. We just make sens...
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