The Unemployed Mom

Disney Disappoints

My family decided to visit Epcot last week to walk around the countries and just enjoy the Florida weather. Epcot has always been my favorite park, I feel like it is more of the grown up Disney World. During this particular visit, I FINALLY realized after 10 years of being an annual pass holder that [...]

Congenital Heart Defect Awareness

February 7 – 14, 2010 is Congenital Heart Defect (CHD) Awareness Week. Did you know it is estimated that 40,000 babies are born in the United States every year with congenital heart defects? Also, there are at least 35 different types of heart defects. All are rare, but some are more well-known than others. CHD [...]

100% Electric Car, 0 Emissions

As you may or may not know, Nissan has created a 100% electric car appropriately named the LEAF. This car produces zero emissions and runs completely off of a lithium-ion battery. Yes, that means there is no gas tank, no engine oil, no timing belts and no tail pipe! Imagine never having to stop for [...]

Holiday Travel Tips

If you will be flying during the holiday season, here are a few tips to keep in mind that will hopefully save you some time and headaches.

Check Flight Status: Before leaving your house, check your flight status. The recent snow storms that hit the east coast have caused thousands of flight delays and cancellations.
Ship Gifts: [...]

Mended Little Hearts

I am proud to announce Mended Little Hearts now has a chapter in my home town of Winchester, Virginia. Two friends of mine, Megan Setzer and Jenny Myers, founded this organization along with two other heart mommies, Beth Neissner and Sara Northcraft. All four of these ladies have extraordinary strength and very BIG hearts! Click [...]

Thanksgiving Dinner Lessons Learned

Many people have sent emails inquiring how my Thanksgiving dinner turned out, so I have decided to share my experience with everyone. I am happy to report the meal was a success! I didn’t under cook or overcook anything, but did learn some valuable lessons for future holiday meals. Instead of slaving in the kitchen [...]

Recall: Monday The Bullfrog Plush Books

There has been another recall that parents need to be aware of. This time, it is a plush toy with an attached board book. Simon & Schuster has announced that “Monday the Bullfrog Plush Books” need to be immediately removed from your child’s reach. The plastic eyeballs on the plush frog can detach, which may [...]