The military troops fighting to defend "Lady Liberty" are in our hearts. Often we pray for their safety. We pray for their families. We pray for their safe return. We pray God keeps them safe while they are fighting for our freedom. There selfless-service to this nation should be an inspiration. Without them could we sleep each night as comfortable? Tonight when you lay you're head down on your soft pillow. Think of where some of our troops are sleeping. In self dug a hole? On the ground? Maybe they aren't even sleeping, keeping guard through the long, lonely dark nights. Yearning for a touch from family?   Dreaming of a hug or familiar smile from a loved one?  For some it's possible this freedom is taken for granted?

I am ever so thankful for the freedom they provide us. I come from a very long family history of military. From great grandpas and grandpas to dad to step-mom to most recently, my Brother-in-Law. Born on a Marine base and raised in a military family, I know some of the sacrifices of seeing your family members go off to war.

Although I appreciate there service and duty protecting this beautiful nation. With tearful eyes and a heavy heart, my brother-in-law is being deployed tomorrow. My sister will be left behind, with a 4 month old and a 2 year old far away from family. Please, when you lay your head down tonight. Remember the peace and freedom we have. And should not take for granted.

Thank you to all the service men and women. Please also say a pray for my brother in law, sister, their children and our family. Remember there is a price for freedom. Veterans, Soldiers, and families have and are paying that price.

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Just in time for Summer! We're pleased to announce a new resource on Mom eNetwork. Check out where to have "Cool" fun in Bakersfield.

Whether it's at a Spray Park, a Pool or Ice Rink.  Find where the "cool" places are to hang out!

Enjoy! 

I have started giving time outs to my daughter who is nearly 18 months old.  It started this past weekend.  She was beating my very patient dog, Princess Frankie, over and over again with her bald dolly.  I kept saying no and redirecting her.  To no avail, she continually made her way back to beating the dog.  Poor dog and dolly.  I thought now is good as any to start time outs.  I sat her on the floor right there at the point of impact.  Told her no, and informed her she as on a time-out.  She cried and cried.  Of course, my heart was breaking.  After a short moment in time, her time-out was over.    The dog hasn't been beaten since.  I'm sure it won't be the last however. 

So, I was wondering does anyone else use time-outs?  How should I do use time-outs with an 18 month old?

Next post idea.... Mommy Time Outs! :)  Much needed!

I've always thought what would it be like to be famous?  Well now I consider myself nearly famous.  Ha!!  Local channel 23 news station did a story on local moms and what a mom is worth.  They put a video up on YouTube that features yours truly!  What they say about the camera adding 10 pounds, they're right! 

Here is the link to the Channel 23 news article:

Local Mom Creates Web Site For Moms

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