Monthly Archives: September 2012

A Vitamin A Day Makes The Deployment Go Away

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One week down. Many to go, but it’s always the first week that seems to be the hardest. Last Sunday I chatted on the phone with a friend and it took every ounce of my being to not break down and start bawling in her ear. Last night I shed a few tears because it…

Gearing up for #EmmySmack ~ my top 3 favorite tv characters

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The Emmy’s are this Sunday. You know it’s officially Fall when the Emmy’s hit. Do you watch them? I’m always interested to see if any of my favorite shows, or actors/actresses from my favorite shows, win any awards. But why just sit there and watch the Emmy’s when you could be part of the #EmmySmack…

Nutella Brownies (3 ingredients!)

SFM Recipe for 3 Ingredient Nutella Brownies

Brownies: 1 small jar nutella, 1/4 tsp baking powder, 2 eggs. Bake @350 for about 20-30 minutes. — Dawn M Gibson August 31, 2012 As you can see by the tweet above, I was quite excited a few weeks ago to have survived my first week of Kindergarten. And, you can see the…

just breathe….

Deployment Departure Goodbye

…this was my mantra starting Friday morning. Actually, I’m pretty sure I said it to myself a few time throughout last week. Definitely starting Friday, though, and all through the weekend I could feel that catch in my throat and actually have to remind myself to just breathe. In, out. One at a time. In….

Paleo Coconut Chicken Nuggets

Hi, Semper Fi Momma friends! My name is Elizabeth and I blog over at The Young Retiree! I was thrilled when Laura asked me to write something about my new Paleo lifestyle to share with you all. I’m sure some of you have heard the term Paleo thrown around recently as the lifestyle has gained popularity…

Be Comfortable With Your Blogging You

Advice for the Brand New Blogger

Recently a girlfriend of mine started her own blog. Brand new, completely from scratch. After answering a slew of questions, I’ve decided to start writing out my bloggy advice in hopes that other brand new bloggers find it valuable as well. Keep in mind, however, that this is all from my little brain. My opinion….

Our Deployment Puzzle

Counting down to Deployment Homecoming with a Puzzle

We are in our final days before this deployment launches. I am scrambling to make sure I have all my important papers where they need to be, tying up loose ends that I might need my husband for, and all the other items on my list that need I’s crossed and T’s dotted. In all…