Category Archives: Everything else

Welcome Back School, I’ve Missed You…

Posted on August 26, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

Raise your coffee mugs…..It’s almost here ladies, one more day, we’ve come so far, you can do it!! Welcome back silent morning coffee time, welcome back sanity.  Welcome back being able to go to the grocery store and actually get … Continue reading →

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Yoga and Chocolate Martinis

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

I took a yoga class at the gym last night. It sounded good when proposed, “Hey, why don’t you come and take a poolside yoga class tonight” she said. I hesitated, then another friend added “We can have chocolate martinis … Continue reading →

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A Letter of Gratitude To My Fellow Moms…

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

Dear Fellow Moms, Thank you for being there for me.  As a mom, you support me when I need it the most.  A small gesture that may seem miniscule in nature to you very well may have made the difference … Continue reading →

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School Board Member Earns Accolades for District 135

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

You may recall hearing about a CPR/AED program offered to students at our local junior high schools.  Well, thanks to the efforts of school board member Lynne Donegan to include the training as part of the curriculum, the Illinois House of … Continue reading →

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You Can’t Please Everyone

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

Let me start by saying that I feel that generally, I am liked by most around me.  I try not to give anyone reason not to like me, but that does not stop the fact that some people are not … Continue reading →

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Ruse Burglary in Orland Park

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

  I received a robocall yesterday from the Village of Orland Park to warn of a burglary that had taken place in the area.  If my memory serves me correctly, this is not something new.  The robbers seem to follow … Continue reading →

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Goodbye, Whitney Houston

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

Her voice was like no other.  Her songs bring me back to various times in my childhood and the news of her death just made me shake my head.

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Making The Most of It

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

With all of the running around we do while shuttling the kids to school, sports and the such, we end up spending countless hours in the car.  I have come up with a fun way to make the most of these … Continue reading →

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Soups On at Orland Park Public Library!

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

The OPPL holds many fun and informational activities for children and adults.  Tonight there will be a demo by local Chef Kate Bradley.  Space is limited, so come on out for some great pointers in reaching culinary soup perfection!   What……Soup’s On! … Continue reading →

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Santa Hat Brownies

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

Hoping to find a cute new holiday dessert to break away from the tired christmas cookies and pies, I was browsing through some fun food blogs and found this awesome recipe over at daisy’s world and just had to share.  These … Continue reading →

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