http://momlogic.gather.com Recent Articles on Gather by momlogic en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2009 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 22:24:13 GMT 2009-12-30T22:24:13Z en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2009 http://www.gather.com/images/header/logo_gather.gif http://www.gather.com/ http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977969199&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Acupuncture Changed Our Lives This Decade!   Last week ABC news published an article entitled " 50 Things That Changed Our Lives This Decade ". You can imagine how rewarding it is . . . Wed, 30 Dec 2009 21:43:19 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977969199&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Jennifer D. 2009-12-30T21:43:19Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977968861&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I'm an Auntie... again!  My sister had her baby, 2 weeks EARLY!!! Walker Andrew was born at 1:34am this morning.  He weighs 7 lbs 4 1/2 oz and is 20" long.  My sister, Kris & . . . Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:04:58 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977968861&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Bridget ♥ 2009-12-30T17:04:58Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977963222&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I know it's the thought that counts and that it's all about giving when it comes to gifts!  Hubby and I have made it a point to teach our children that at a very young age. We have taught them to . . . Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:27:42 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977963222&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Bridget ♥ 2009-12-29T20:27:42Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977967399&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace A fire last night in Brown County in Ohio (near Cincinnati) killed two people .  Two people were rescued and two were trapped inside.   As I thought about that this morning, I realized . . . Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:47:39 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977967399&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Marilyn M. 2009-12-29T17:47:39Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977967246&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace My 10 Favorite Posts of 2009 1) U Michigan Study; How Acupuncture Affects the Brain’s Ability to Regulate Pain Using brain imaging, researchers at the U-M Chronic Pain and Fatigue . . . Tue, 29 Dec 2009 15:52:47 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977967246&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Jennifer D. 2009-12-29T15:52:47Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977966232&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace A new year means a blank slate and an opportunity to make changes to one’s life. There’s something about getting to start a new calendar that gives that little extra push, so why not choose . . . Mon, 28 Dec 2009 23:35:27 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977966232&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace American Heart Association 2009-12-28T23:35:27Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977965193&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I know that kids grow and change so fast.  We always say to enjoy every moment because of that reason.  I have some photos of my children together with the same object and you can REALLY see . . . Mon, 28 Dec 2009 17:41:44 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977965193&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Bridget ♥ 2009-12-28T17:41:44Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977965347&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Christmas 2009 was good for the Wilson family.  No, not necessarily just because we got presents but because we were all together.  It may not be a conventional family and we certainly don't . . . Mon, 28 Dec 2009 10:21:05 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977965347&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Teresa W. 2009-12-28T10:21:05Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977964962&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace On the last day of school before vacation, my middle son's 3rd grade class and the other two 3rd grade classes (approx. 60 kids, it's a little less but I don't know the exact amount) walked from the school . . . Mon, 28 Dec 2009 01:07:27 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977964962&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Shannon W 2009-12-28T01:07:27Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977963922&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I'm a people watcher, I LOVE watching people.  You never know what you're going to see and it's always quite entertaining!  Sporting events is another place where there is a wide variety of . . . Sat, 26 Dec 2009 23:33:20 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977963922&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Bridget ♥ 2009-12-26T23:33:20Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977962350&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Its not quite 10:30 as I start typing this. This Christmas Eve has been a LONG one.  Parker has been fussy all day. The tree is lit, presents under it.  Stockings are stuffed. Soon I'll . . . Fri, 25 Dec 2009 03:26:25 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977962350&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Winona Morris 2009-12-25T03:26:25Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977961783&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Happy Christmas Eve! =) Do you have any traditions that you do every year?  Every year, I go to my mom's house at night on Christmas Eve, and I go to brunch at my Grandma's on Christmas.  . . . Thu, 24 Dec 2009 15:22:24 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977961783&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Erinn K. 2009-12-24T15:22:24Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977933937&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I shop for Christmas presents all year long, clearance sales are my best friend!  The only gifts that I have to buy in December are those that the kids ask Santa for.  As I can't but those in . . . Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:14:37 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977933937&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Bridget ♥ 2009-12-23T22:14:37Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977960152&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I can hardly believe how close Christmas is, it seemed like it would never get here and now, here it is, two days away!  Wow!  And there is still so much to do BUT, the presents are wrapped, . . . Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:39:40 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977960152&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Teresa W. 2009-12-23T11:39:40Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977957483&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace They went hiking with PA (my dad) and found their Christmas tree... move over Charlie Brown!  It's something my dad has done with them every Thanksgiving weekend since they were toddlers . . . Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:36:07 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977957483&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Bridget ♥ 2009-12-22T20:36:07Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977955354&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace The last day of school before Christmas break was a FUN day for the Kindergarten class!  I went to school and spent the day with Stephy and helped out in the class.  There are 17 kids in her . . . Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:16:43 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977955354&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Bridget ♥ 2009-12-21T18:16:43Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977956963&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I was playing around on the computer last night and I decided to create some letters from Santa to my kids. They are both getting one big gift from Santa this year. Maddie is getting a doll house with . . . Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:34:28 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977956963&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Monica H. 2009-12-21T14:34:28Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977953798&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I'm So Happy To Be On Vacation! But I will be back ! Have a wonderful holiday and I look forward to reconnecting in the new year. Acupuncture Blog Chicago . . . Fri, 18 Dec 2009 23:32:29 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977953798&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Jennifer D. 2009-12-18T23:32:29Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977952348&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace 10 Posts For Stressed Out Parents This was my last post of 2009 for the blog Hopeful Parents . I thought some of the readers here might enjoy it, let me know what you think. I went back . . . Fri, 18 Dec 2009 02:57:01 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977952348&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Jennifer D. 2009-12-18T02:57:01Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977951805&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I was fortunate to be chosen to write a Gather review about the Hallmark Holiday DVD Greetings.  If you're on a budget like I am, Hallmark DVD Greetings are an affordable way to reach out and share . . . Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:16:47 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977951805&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Stacey *Mamasaid* D. 2009-12-17T19:16:47Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977951692&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Right before Christmas is a busy time for many people, including myself. This is the last week of school before Winter Break so this week schoolwise is especially busy and I try to help out at the school . . . Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:57:39 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977951692&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Shannon W 2009-12-17T17:57:39Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977950647&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I sent mine off before Halloween (October 26th to be exact) and got my check in the mail TODAY... It said to allow 6 - 8 weeks, so I was just at that point right now!  I'm excited . . . Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:29:29 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977950647&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Bridget ♥ 2009-12-16T23:29:29Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977950293&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace   I love using a slow cooker, so I can't wait to try out some of the recipes from  Not Your Mother’s Slow Cooker Recipes for Entertaining .  It's a Kindle download, but . . . Wed, 16 Dec 2009 19:35:56 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977950293&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace April H. 2009-12-16T19:35:56Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977949942&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Recently a few friends were talking about their upcoming holiday parties.  I chuckled because now my holiday party is just my husband and I.  Every year, we celebrate at a fancy restaurant . . . Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:16:52 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977949942&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Stacey *Mamasaid* D. 2009-12-16T15:16:52Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977949121&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Grapefruit Enhances The Liver's Ability To Remove Cancer-Causing Toxins I was interested to find out that grapefruit is not only a excellent source of vitamin C , but this fruit also helps . . . Wed, 16 Dec 2009 02:39:14 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977949121&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Jennifer D. 2009-12-16T02:39:14Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977949127&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace If you are a middle / high school English teacher, use young adult novels in your classroom, and have the freedom to pilot a new curriculum, then read here: http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977922386 . . . Wed, 16 Dec 2009 02:35:54 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977949127&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Ann W. 2009-12-16T02:35:54Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977948945&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace   We personally have a lot of these shades in our own home, so this was surprising to me. Today, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Window Shade Safety Council (an industry trade . . . Tue, 15 Dec 2009 23:56:03 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977948945&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace ☆ ƒåitĥ ☆ 2009-12-15T23:56:03Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977948343&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I confess that I haven't seen the inside of a gym in 10 years. Getty Images Blythe Newsome : Having given birth to six children in 10 years, I have a road map on my stomach, . . . Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:09:51 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977948343&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace momlogic .. 2009-12-15T17:09:51Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977948329&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace Philanthropist and wife of comedian Chris Rock gives her take on what's going on with domestic violence in the black community. Getty Images Kimberly Seals Allers : There are . . . Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:05:43 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977948329&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace momlogic .. 2009-12-15T17:05:43Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977948309&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace I used to be one of those women who convincingly argue that lust, passion and sex just aren't all that important. Wife #2 : You know the conversation: " Marriage changes things..." . . . Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:00:14 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977948309&grpId=3659174697255990&nav=Groupspace momlogic .. 2009-12-15T17:00:14Z