Is it a blue sports drink or window cleaner? Candy or a calcium supplement? Apple juice or cleaning solution? Chocolate candies or iron supplements? For us, it’s usually a no-brainer. And as awful as it may sound to us to chug from a cleaning solution container, common household substances such as this can resemble yummy … Continue reading Is it candy or is it poison?
I just saved a life. It was easy. A piece of cake actually. Did it with my feet propped up. Browsed through emails on my phone. Could’ve done it with my eyes closed. Only took 30 minutes. I would say it was well worth it. I gave blood today. I’ve given blood many times before, … Continue reading Saving lives is my New Year’s Resolution
A kid-like anticipation engulfs me each Christmas when I see beautifully wrapped presents under the tree with my name on them. They seemingly beckon and I can’t resist the urge to look, shake and inspect each one (with hopes the tape comes off the corner so I can sneak a peek.) Memories flood back of … Continue reading Make holiday memories, and not trips to the ER
Raising children is a joyous journey unlike any other. Watching my six-month-old learn about the world around him is amazing to me. You can see his eyes light up with fascination as he intently studies his fingers as if seeing them for the first time. You can see the joy on his face when he … Continue reading Peace of mind on this joyous journey
I never really pictured myself as a germaphobe, but lately I’m beginning to wonder if I’m morphing into one. With all the talk of H1N1, I find myself speculating more often than I’d like to about those little germ critters and where they might be lurking. You know you are becoming a little too obsessed … Continue reading When your 3-year-old asks for "antibacterial hand gel"
