By: Kathy Trainor The Olympics are very popular in my house. We watch the opening night every year, summer and winter. This year, my niece will join me. It is easy for the boys to do crafts since they are older, but for a 2-year-old, it is hard. We did a simple craft she can … More Easy Olympics Craft
By: Kathy Trainor This Friday, right before I left my day job, I was asked if I could go to the post office to return an item we didn’t need at my work place. This is something that was simple to do on the way home from my office. I arrive at the post office, … More Guiding Boxes: The Day I Chased Mail Truck
By: Kathy Trainor I am a mom … I am a mom of 2 boys. Boys are busy, rough, and tough. As are girls and any other knee high beings that we call children. I know you want coffee. I am here for the same reason, but don’t worry! Your little seven month old can talk … More Enjoy Your Coffee
By: Kathy Trainor You may not realize it, but there are items besides soup that your local food bank needs. They aren’t considered “essentials” so the staff doesn’t publicly ask for them. At one of my recent visits I asked the food bank volunteers what items people would appreciate the most, and I’ve listed the … More Soup Banks Need More Than Soup
By: Kathy Trainor I love brisket and burnt end are the best part, I feel. Real burnt ends are the crusty parts that you end up with after you slice a brisket. It turns out, if you over-cook a brisket, like I did, you have lots of burnt pieces And thus, Burnt End Cornbread pie… … More Burnt End Cornbread Pie – RECIPE
By: Kathy Trainor Walking through a winter wonderland doesn’t have to be bitterly cold. Your whole family can enjoy Animated Light Displays across New England. Families across the region turn their homes into magnificent creations of lights and sounds. You and your family can sit in the comfort of your car, turn on your car radio, and … More Animated Light Displays
By: Kathy Trainor You have no idea how easy, Easy Three Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge really is! Looking for an easy holiday treat that will be a hit with everyone? Look no further! Last year, while trying to figure out a treat for my snow plow guy, I figured I would try something new since I love … More Easy Holiday Recipe
By: Kathy Trainor As we know by now John is a 5 year old boy. John is bright and funny. John also has Autism. Tomorrow, I fight hard for my little man. He has had an IEP (Individualized Education Program) for 3 years in preschool. John missed the cut off so he gets a new IEP for Kindergarten … More IEP Meetings: The 3 Year Evaluation
By: Kathy Trainor I am offering a word of advice and would welcome more ideas on a serious topic. About 5 years ago I had a lovely little baby boy, Patrick. He was rushed away from me so fast I never got to hold him. You see Patrick was born early and was found to have … More Tips for Helping Families Spending Time in The NICU/PICU
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an important time to learn about the risks women (and men) face. But while these facts can be frightening, there are reasons for optimism as well. When breast cancer is diagnosed early and treated, survival rates can be near 100 percent. That is why regular screenings and quality treatment are … More Flatten Out For Your Health
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