Archive for February, 2012

The Last Summer at Home by Sharon O’Donnell


I was looking forward for my oldest son, a college junior, to live with us at home this summer while he completed an internship nearby. I like the feeling of having our whole family at home, the way it feels when all three of my sons are in the house ...

Being Present for My Son by Robin Gorman Newman


I am feeling quite out of sorts these days and trying my best despite it to be present for my son.My father, 93, suffered a series of strokes, and after two weeks in the hospital is now at an acute rehab facility/hospital getting therapy, etc.It's really hard and sad to ...

February Giveaway: Four Winners Will Each Receive a Comfy Critter.


To enter, sign up (in the box at the top of this page) for the Motherhood Later Baby Bloomer e-zine by February 29th at midnight EST, if you don't currently receive it. All subscribers are eligible. Four lucky winners will be chosen at random the last day of the month ...

February 2012 Profile: Terri Friedlander


Terri Friedlander Relationship Status: Married 6 years. Residence: Currently residing in sunny Melbourne, Florida but lived my whole life before now on Long Island, New York. Children: Danielle (14). Profession:I've dabbled with a notable list of job titles in my career from Information Technology Director to teacher to college professor. I've been working since ...

How to Lose Weight On Vacation Without Dieting…by Liimu


So, I went to Jamaica last week with my husband to celebrate our tenth anniversary. The last time we were there together was our honeymoon. Both resorts were all-inclusive and I ate what I wanted and completely enjoyed myself without a thought of dieting. The difference is that during the ...

Lying to My Child ~ Part Two – by Cara Potapshyn Meyers


I received quite a few comments on my blog post last week on FaceBook. I answered some directly on the FaceBook thread, however I would like to explain (or re-explain) what my blog was trying to say.First, my anger was not because I wanted my son to know every detail ...