Everyone has been deeply affected by the tragedy that took place a week ago in Newtown, CT. All of us at Suede Sofa were teachers prior to turning in our plan books for diapers and mommy blogging. I was a 1st grade teacher, Lara was a music teacher, and Robynn was a science teacher and schoolContinue reading “Snowflakes for the Newtown, CT Students Return to School ~ How You Can Help!”
Category Archives: Hard Reality
Jersey Strong and Thankful
There is nothing that could have prepared any of us for the DeVaStATiOn that resulted from Hurricane Sandy blowing through the Jersey Shore. My children are the 4th generation of family spending summers on Chadwick Beach so seeing homes that have been in the backdrop of photographs with my grandparents tossed on their sides and nearly unrecognizable wasContinue reading “Jersey Strong and Thankful”
Just Do It – Say “I’m Sorry”
As humans none of us are perfect and we all make mistakes. Sometimes on accident, sometimes on purpose. And occasionally sometimes those mistakes call for an apology. Whether or not we give one is completely another story. Knowing I need to say “I’m sorry.” to someone gives that sinking feeling in my stomach because a true apology requires complete humility. Continue reading “Just Do It – Say “I’m Sorry””
Mommies…Can’t we just support each other?
I have to admit I am a total junkie for the Your E Cards that have been popping up all over Facebook and Pinterest, but this one really pushes my buttons. When my son was born my husband and I made the decision together that I would leave my job and stay home to raiseContinue reading “Mommies…Can’t we just support each other?”
You Can Do It!
As many of you have read I have struggled with finding the will to exercise for many years now. I’ve made excuses for excuses and had convinced myself that even walking was just too much for me to handle. While reading an article on the beach last week something FiNaLlY sank in and I thought to myself, “StopContinue reading “You Can Do It!”
A Tradition of Giving
This past weekend my son went to a 5th birthday party for his friend, but instead of bringing a present for the Birthday Boy, he brought a bathing suit that will be donated along with a sackful of others to children who until now didn’t own a bathing suit of their own. My friend BridgetContinue reading “A Tradition of Giving”
Mommy Guilt
Ever feel like you are FaiLiNg as a parent? Chances are your kids would disagree with you. There have been countless times when I have planned an activity that didn’t work out, attempted to bake brownies that came out burnt on the sides and gooey in the middle, or promised to devote uninterrupted time toContinue reading “Mommy Guilt”
Are You Focused?
Have you stayed focused on the goals you set for yourself to accomplish before the summer months hit? Are there areas you need to target as the weather warms up and the BBQ’s get grilling? I think we all start out with great intentions to succeed, but somehow LiFe just gets in the way ofContinue reading “Are You Focused?”
Rated G Does Not Mean ALL AGES
As a mom I feel that almost every decision I make has some influence whether it be great or small on my children. If I send my son to school without a coat, “Will he be cold at recess?” If I let my daughter skip a nap to go to a playdate, “Will she be cranky all evening?” If IContinue reading “Rated G Does Not Mean ALL AGES”
{Just Go Home}
Disillusioned with God? Feel like he has let you down? This reminds me of the little kid who decides he is fed up with Mom and Dad and is going to run away from home. He packs his bags and heads out the door down the long driveway. When he gets to the end of the driveway he pauses. AsContinue reading “{Just Go Home}”
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