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Why We Won’t Be Shacking Up at The Abbey Anytime Soon…

January 9, 2013 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Downton Abbey graphic (1) @momsnewstage @meredithspidel

I’m in love with Downton Abbey.  No secret here, and I promise not to spend the next 7 weeks talking your ear off about my beloved program, but bear with me for one more day as I ride the hype.  It’s just such darn justified hype, so I can’t let it pass by.  And when […]

Filed Under: Favorite TV Shows

I’m Jealous of My Daughter

January 2, 2013 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Here’s the thing:  I love my daughter, but I’m pretty green with envy over some parts of her life right now. 1. When she steals the whipped cream out of the refridegerator and goes holes up on an armchair to suck it down, I’m kind of in awe.  Give it up for her speed and […]

Filed Under: Children's Clothes, Finding the Funny, Young Kids

And He Peed on the Cat…

December 29, 2012 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Peeing on the cat

In case you’re like me and all the holiday festivities leave you feeling a bit harried and scattered, I thought I would just share a fun, quick story.  Enough to give you a laugh, but not enough to totally derail you from tending to all the activities of this week and sneaking in what you […]

Filed Under: Potty, Young Kids

“Santa’s” Letter to My Kids

December 24, 2012 By Meredith 2 Comments

Merry Christmas Eve, everyone!  Being as “in” with the Big Guy as I am (okay, fine, he’s kind of ticked at me after sending that slew of more challenging requests his way this year), he agreed to work his Christmas magic and send me a copy of the letter he will leave tonight for my kids […]

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Virtual Prayer Vigil

December 21, 2012 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Virtual Prayer Vigil Sandyhook

Today, at 9:36am, there will be a Virtual Prayer Vigil held for all those affected by the Sandy Hook tragedy, which happened last week at this time.  Spread the word as you are able and please join in 5 minutes of prayer and or silence, as we support and think of those who were changed […]

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What Moms REALLY Want for Christmas: Week 4

December 20, 2012 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Grandmas

It probably goes without saying that what we all really want this Christmas is for the horrible tragedy of last week to not have happened.  Our hearts are so broken and hurting as we think of these families.  While they remain heavily in thought and prayer, here’ s hoping this last installment of  the”Dear Santa” […]

Filed Under: Blog Stuff, Christmas, Mommy's Favorites

Support for Sandy Hook

December 18, 2012 By Meredith Leave a Comment

So many of us want to do something to help, but if you’re like me, maybe you haven’t been quite sure where to start.  God bless the incredible bloggers who organized and who are supporting this: Any money raised will go The Newtown Family Youth and Family Services. The official description of this organization: “Newtown […]

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Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus: Revised

December 17, 2012 By Meredith Leave a Comment

This sweet revision of the precious letter written over 100 years ago to a little girl helps all of us capture the magic of Christmas, children and wonder included.

This is a repost of one of my favorite posts from last year’s Christmas season.  Happy reading and hope this can bring some joy and warmth your way in the midst of all the recent pain. The full script of Virginia’s 1897 sweet letter to the editor and his even sweeter reply is a wonderful heart-warmer […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Young Kids

In Tears…

December 16, 2012 By Meredith Leave a Comment

I have been so touched by all the beautiful posts that have been circulating in the past couple of days in reference to the horrible tragedy of Friday. I have nothing further to add, but just wanted to take the moment to pause, and offer my small voice to the chorus of love and support […]

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Finding the Funny Holiday Edition is Here!

December 12, 2012 By Meredith Leave a Comment

It’s a very special edition of Finding the Funny! Today I’m teaming up with My Life and Kids, Kelley’s Break Room and 14 more bloggers to bring you a special Holiday edition of Finding the Funny! How to Link Up Link up as many posts as you want – old or new – as long […]

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