Musings from Me on Kids, Preteens, and Teens

03/03/2024

I stopped blogging regularly in 2017. Got a part-time job, then a full-time job. Kids were getting older. Honestly, I had always been careful what I wrote about them on my blog, but I started to feel uncomfortable sharing stories about them on my blog. I mean their stories were not mine to share, you know? Also, I was mostly a product review blogger and it was getting harder to find stuff that anyone in my family wanted to listen to, watch, play with, or visit. I couldn't write a blog review unless my family had experienced the product. I mean who wants to read a mom's review of a kids' toy? No one.

I kept renewing my domain urls (.com, .net. org, .co, etc.), but reduced the number of domains from 18 to 3. I kept my web hosting. It was crickets from me from my last blog post on March 17, 2017, until I dusted off my blog in January 2023. Then I didn't write again until May/June.

In early January, I made a drastic work decision essential for my mental health and well-being. With 4 weeks to ponder life and everything else, I started blogging in earnest. I re-wrote posts in my draft folder, updated existing posts, fixed plugins, and more. I have posts scheduled weekly through the end of June.

I'm excited about this new chapter of blogging. When I started blogging in 2008 I was Musings from Me on Kids, Preteens, and Teens because I had one of each. Fast forward to 2024 and I have 2 young adults and 1 college student. This new phase of blogging will be all about me. While I'm reimaging my new focus, check out one of my family posts. This one is about travel disasters! https://musingsfromme.com/musings-on-england-travel-disasters/

I'm good at a lot but not planning a vacation, but that's why we have Dad Knows Better. Dad Knows Better is a pro at travel. Flights? He knows the day that flights are cheapest. Hotels? He has a knack for finding the best hotel in a sea of mediocrity. Tourist attractions? He books them

02/27/2024

I’m back! I put my blog on hold in 2017. I made a huge life decision. I quit my job in mid-January. It was time. Way past time to leave. Anyway onward and upward. I started a new job last Monday and I’m excited for the future. But I’m back writing.

I'm good at a lot but not planning a vacation, but that's why we have Dad Knows Better. Dad Knows Better is a pro at travel. Flights? He knows the day that flights are cheapest. Hotels? He has a knack for finding the best hotel in a sea of mediocrity. Tourist attractions? He books them

02/15/2024

I'm back! Did you miss me?! I "abandoned" my blog in 2017. Thanks for sticking around. I stopped blogging. Stopped posting to social media. Life got busy...but not that busy... Truthfully, my children were getting older and I was finding it harder and harder to write about them. My children's adventures weren't mine to share. I stopped blogging...found a part-time job and moved on. In 6 months or so, I found a full-time job and never gave a thought to my blog except for paying for webhosting and renewing my domain names. Here's one of latest posts on the college search for swimmers. Check it out! https://musingsfromme.com/the-college-tour-swimmer-style/

01/22/2023

MARYLAND FRIENDS: The nonprofit I work is holding an On Site Hiring Event on Wednesday, 1/25/2023, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.? If you are interested a health care position like , , , or , stop by! You can register here--> bit.ly/ArcHiringEvent

Looking for a job that you can make a meaningful difference? Now hiring at $17+ per hour. Come to win a set of Apple Airpods Pro!

11/30/2021

Local friends...if you are thinking of making a donation this , would you consider The Arc of Howard County? The Arc of Howard County supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve full community life through work, community, and living. https://bit.ly/3cf3YR6

There's still time to give! The Arc of Howard County's programs and services are funded primarily by reimbursements from the state, grants, and donations. Unfortunately, funding falls short, especially during times of economic crisis. Your donation today on allows The Arc of Howard County to continue providing quality services for all of the people served. https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E351421&id=55

08/13/2020

Maryland friends...the nonprofit I work for is star searching! The $20 you donate goes towards supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Do you want to be a star?

08/04/2020

The Arc of Howard County (MD) is looking for a few good stars...to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities! Are you one of those stars? Donate $20...be a star! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E351421&id=7

Join Us! August is a Month of 1000 Stars - A Covid-19 Fundraiser for The Arc of Howard County! Please share this Flier with everyone and help us reach our goal! Thank you to Catalyst Communications and Donna Mitchell Hennessy for our wonderful flier!! https://bit.ly/338M52S

07/28/2020

Still time to donate to Christmas in July to support The Arc of Howard County! Your donation will go towards the purchase of...restaurant gift cards...masks...safety gloves...gowns...PPE...hand sanitizer...disinfectant wipes.

This is a great cause! Join me in my efforts to support them. Donate Now!

04/09/2020

friends... A nonprofit supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities is in need of Face Shields, Face Masks, Gowns, Gloves, PPE, etc. Can you help? The Arc of Howard County is also looking for businesses with 3D printers that could print Face Shields. Contact bmoyer@archoward.org.
The Arc of Howard County's staff is on the front lines during the pandemic caring for the most vulnerable in our community. They are

Today all of our Direct Support Professionals working in Residential received bandannas to use as masks until we can get PPE! We are in Urgent need of donations of Face Shields, Face Masks, Gowns, Gloves, etc... If you have or know of a business who has a 3D printer who can make us Face shields please reply here or contact bmoyer@archoward.org.
Our staff is on the front lines during this pandemic, leaving their own homes and families to care for the most vulnerable in our community. They are the true heroes!

11/13/2019

Howard County, Maryland, Friends...Are you looking for a job? The Arc of Howard County is hosting a Hiring Event tomorrow (Thursday, November 14) from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. for Direct Support Professionals and a Career Development Specialist. If you are not interested, could you please share with your network of family, friends, business associates, and neighbors in Maryland? Thanks! Ellicott City Patch

Thursday November 14 2019: The Arc of Howard County is hiring! Come to a Hiring Event at The Arc of Howard County on Thursday, November 14, 2019...

09/17/2019

Howard County, Maryland, Friends...

Calling all Howard County business owners! The Arc needs you! The Arc of Howard County has Tee Sign Sponsorships available for its upcoming TEE IT UP for The Arc golf tournament. If you are the owner of a small store...a medium-sized company...or a large business, just imagine your logo on a Tee Sign out on the greens to support The Arc of Howard County​'s mission of "Achieving full community life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities -- one person at a time." Please consider sponsoring a Tee Sign in honor of or in memory of a family member. ♥️

TEE IT UP for The Arc Golf Tournament will be held October 4, 2019, at the gorgeous Waverly Woods Golf Club. Tee Signs will be on display on the day of the tournament. Tee signs sponsors will be featured on the website, the event program, and on social media. Tee Signs Sponsorships are $250. Email Jill: jberry@archoward.org. Call Jill: 410-730-0638 or 443-668-1835(C). Message The Arc of Howard County on Facebook.
Shout out to the wonderful people at EventEQ for being our Sign Sponsor again this year!