By: Kristen Clifford My husband and I started a tradition back in 2001. At the time, we didn’t even know we were starting one. It was our first Christmas together and we were seniors in high school. We decided to buy our first ornament together. A year later, when Christmas time rolled around, we decided … More Ornament Tradition
By: Tanya Pimental It is a week before Thanksgiving and I fully admit that I have lost most of my respect for the Holiday. I know that some other Signature Moms are confessing to the same. Don’t get me wrong, I love what it stands for and I love the family time. The feast is, … More Elving
By: Jessica DiRamio Have you ever had the urge to create something but when you actually make the attempt, it looks like a 3 year old made it? Have you ever had an image in your head but when you draw or paint it, your kids laugh at you? Yeah, well that’s me. I’ve known … More She’s Crafty!
By: Kristen Clifford I must admit, we have no respect for Thanksgiving in my house. As soon as November hits we start planning all of our Christmas activities. Over the past few years, we’ve started the tradition of cramming in as many Christmas activities as possible! We like to start off the season with a … More No Respect For The Turkey
By: Martianne Stanger A general oncologist looked me straight in the eyes several weeks before I turned 42 and said, “Don’t. Get. Pregnant. Again.” A week later, a surgical oncologist concurred with this advice. She reiterated that the hormones involved with a pregnancy could act as a trigger for me. She went on to stress … More A Reluctant Member of Team (Maybe) Cancer
By: Sheila Gaudet Last week I needed to travel to the Springfield area. More specifically, my teenager needed to be in Springfield for the day and required a ride. I took the opportunity to explore the area with my younger son and my college-aged niece who was visiting. I thought I’d share some of the … More Road Trip!
By: Kristen Clifford It’s that time of year, when pumpkin flavoring makes its way into everything. I live for this time of year! If I could happily put pumpkin in all my food, I would. My only problem is that I’m trying to lose weight and often times the pumpkin flavor comes with added calories. … More Pumpkin Cake
By: Sheila Gaudet Most of my blog posts focus on the stories and situations in my current homelife, which is full of dogs, boys and an occasional husband. But I have another parenting role that is actually much more difficult. I am the very proud aunt of twin nieces who recently turned 20 years old. … More When They Are Grown
By: Jessica DiRamio I am bugged several times a week for a pet. I hear things like: “I am the only kid who doesn’t have a pet.” “We don’t even have a fish!” “I wish I had something that would sit on my lap while I pet it.” “When I am a Mom, I will … More Is It The Right Time For A Pet?
By: Martianne Stanger My children are now at the age where they are interested in things such as karate, dance, skating, soccer, piano, art, swimming – and, believe it or not – learning about running a personal business. Although I would like to give them an opportunity to try out each and every one of … More Kids Activities vs. Financial Health
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