Tomorrow Old Navy is having their $1 flip flop sale from 7 am to 11 am.
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Now if you're a connoisseur of flip flops, you know Old Navy flops are the MOST comfortable and cushioned of them all! Almost as if you're feet are walking on specially made mattresses. Its 5 per customer so I suggest one in each color! Lol...
And the best part? Old Navy is accepting old and used flip flops for Terracycle projects, to make playground sets!
So clean out your closet and make space for some new, stylish, comfortable flip flops all in one act of thoughtfulness! What's better than that????
Friday, May 20, 2011
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Dear Judge Gordon, if it ain't broke, why fix it????
Sometimes charity is nothing more than spreading the word...This blog intends to do just that!
Alaina Girodano is the mom of 2, who was recently told by North Carolina JUDGE Gordon that she must surrender custody of her children to her estranged ex-spouse, who resides in Chicago, because "a healthy dad is better than a sick mom". In her TIME interview, Alaina also addresses the other factors involved, including infidelity and domestic violence which occurred on both parties behalf.
Here's why I care...
1. It sets a precedence to assume that a sick parent can no longer be an effective parent. Is this what the judge intended to say? Because it speaks volumes to say that a mother who is caring for and managing her illness cannot set a healthy and long lasting example for her children.
2. Should personal and non-parent related issues weigh in on the removal and relocation of children? In NYS I can tell you, this is not the case! She admitted to cheating on her husband, so he should clearly have custody of the children? After she has been a caring mother to them in his absence?
3. After 6 years of asking myself, "Why am I still here at this job?" I finally understand why. I now see a reason for what I do. I work with a NYC based homemaking department, which assigns "homemakers" to clients with health issues, and other concerns. The goal? To preserve the family unit and to create and foster a healthy, loving stable environment for the CHILDREN. We are a support system. I have asked myself redundantly, "Why didnt Judge Gordon refer Alaina for a support system?" Then I read further and I find that the judge actually recommended that she (Alaina) relocate to be closer to her children (which is SUCH AN EASY TASK I ASSUME!) and her medical needs be transferred as well.
In the end, here's what I say...I have seen many many women manage and maintain their families during crisis, amidst illnesses, and against catastrophe. Being sick, poor, unemployed or independent does not cripple or handicap a parent. Making mistakes and exhibiting poor relationship qualities does make a bad mommy. But apparently Judge Gordon did not take too many thoughts into consideration, and she especially ignored those of the 2 children in question...maybe Judge Gordon is not a mommy. Or maybe she's just healthier than the rest of us.
If you feel this is wrong, or maybe you just think a better solution could have been determined, please sign this petition!
In honor of Alaina Girdano, mommy battling Cancer and fighting for custody of her children.
Alaina Girodano is the mom of 2, who was recently told by North Carolina JUDGE Gordon that she must surrender custody of her children to her estranged ex-spouse, who resides in Chicago, because "a healthy dad is better than a sick mom". In her TIME interview, Alaina also addresses the other factors involved, including infidelity and domestic violence which occurred on both parties behalf.
Here's why I care...
1. It sets a precedence to assume that a sick parent can no longer be an effective parent. Is this what the judge intended to say? Because it speaks volumes to say that a mother who is caring for and managing her illness cannot set a healthy and long lasting example for her children.
2. Should personal and non-parent related issues weigh in on the removal and relocation of children? In NYS I can tell you, this is not the case! She admitted to cheating on her husband, so he should clearly have custody of the children? After she has been a caring mother to them in his absence?
3. After 6 years of asking myself, "Why am I still here at this job?" I finally understand why. I now see a reason for what I do. I work with a NYC based homemaking department, which assigns "homemakers" to clients with health issues, and other concerns. The goal? To preserve the family unit and to create and foster a healthy, loving stable environment for the CHILDREN. We are a support system. I have asked myself redundantly, "Why didnt Judge Gordon refer Alaina for a support system?" Then I read further and I find that the judge actually recommended that she (Alaina) relocate to be closer to her children (which is SUCH AN EASY TASK I ASSUME!) and her medical needs be transferred as well.
In the end, here's what I say...I have seen many many women manage and maintain their families during crisis, amidst illnesses, and against catastrophe. Being sick, poor, unemployed or independent does not cripple or handicap a parent. Making mistakes and exhibiting poor relationship qualities does make a bad mommy. But apparently Judge Gordon did not take too many thoughts into consideration, and she especially ignored those of the 2 children in question...maybe Judge Gordon is not a mommy. Or maybe she's just healthier than the rest of us.
If you feel this is wrong, or maybe you just think a better solution could have been determined, please sign this petition!
In honor of Alaina Girdano, mommy battling Cancer and fighting for custody of her children.
Monday, May 2, 2011
I'm noooo baker, but I sent a cupcake and made a buck for childrens cancer!
Well, I must say the Walk for MS went amazingly well, and was alot of fun! Big hug for my oldest and his friend for joining us and raising awareness!!! I am very proud of them! As for youngsters, I also have to commend my niece who pulled every miracle she could to raise money for this cause!!!! Hugs Amanda!!! XOXO
We had a nice group of 8 and the weather was beautiful; the best part of the walk? Ok, I'll tell you...My cousin's smile when we finished! Simply inspirational...
This week I am concentrating on cupcakes...e-cupcakes to be more specific...E-cupcakes from cupcakesforacause.org which will help raise money for Children's Cancer. For each FREE e-cupcake sent, Got2B will donate $1!!!! So this year, Dylan will be decorating and emailing his own e-cupcakes for Mother's Day! We already started and he had a good time "baking"...
So, what's your favorite flavor? Mine is free and for charity!
We had a nice group of 8 and the weather was beautiful; the best part of the walk? Ok, I'll tell you...My cousin's smile when we finished! Simply inspirational...
This week I am concentrating on cupcakes...e-cupcakes to be more specific...E-cupcakes from cupcakesforacause.org which will help raise money for Children's Cancer. For each FREE e-cupcake sent, Got2B will donate $1!!!! So this year, Dylan will be decorating and emailing his own e-cupcakes for Mother's Day! We already started and he had a good time "baking"...
So, what's your favorite flavor? Mine is free and for charity!
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