http://www.theinspiredmom.com Reaching out to mothers all over the world. Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:09:45 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Susan's story begins on a beautiful, clear-blue day in a suburb outside of Boston.  Her 4-year old son's first day at his new pre-school and her 2-year old daughter's first day at hers.  Her husband, David, had left each child a note on the kitchen table as he left on ... http://www.theinspiredmom.com/2010/06/25/susan-retik-helping-women-in-afghanistan/ If you read my most recent newsletter you have heard the news: I finally launched my online baby book- www.MyOwnLittleStory.com This blog, The Inspired Mom, was born out of the concept that there must be more moms like myself.  Who had an idea, a dream, a goal and they might need ... http://www.theinspiredmom.com/2010/05/09/my-own-little-story/ To the left you can see my Mother's Day gift from my boys....3 coffee mugs.  Each one asked whose mug I would drink from first...wow, lots of pressure! Today I learned how to do a flip on the trampoline.  I didn't quite land it and I also of pulled a muscle ... http://www.theinspiredmom.com/2010/05/09/ten-things-i-learned-after-becoming-a-mom/ Many of you are familiar with my fear of swimming in the ocean.  My goal this year is to actually get out in the ocean and swim a mile.  Last week I completed the first phase of becoming a better swimmer.  I participated in a triathlon.  Yes, I know many ... http://www.theinspiredmom.com/2010/03/18/step-one-complete/ In the last 24 hours I have been keeping track of how little I value water.   I wake up, use the bathroom and flush the toilet (there go 2 gallons), I turn on the faucet to wash my face and brush my teeth.  Even though I am careful to ... http://www.theinspiredmom.com/2010/01/27/a-mom-who-is-making-a-difference-in-africa/ Ingredients: 1 TBS of Canola Oil 1 leek- white part only 1 white onion- chopped 1 small zucchini chopped 1 TBS of Arrobio rice (Or whatever rice you in your pantry) 2 cups of frozen petite green peas 3 cups of water Directions: Heat 1 TBS of Canola oil over medium heat, add leek, onion and zucchini- stir to ... http://www.theinspiredmom.com/2010/01/21/healthy-sweet-pea-soup/ So I pulled up my post for 2009 goals and realized that I totally failed to achieve 3 out of 4 of them.  While one goal was out of my control the other ones just never materialized.  One included running a half marathon (which I didn't do).  Another was building ... http://www.theinspiredmom.com/2010/01/15/my-goals-for-2010-what-are-yours/ Our 100% cotton vintage screened onsie is so soft and durable, you might wish we made adult sizes. Packaged in a reusable organza bag complete with gift tag. $20 Sizes 0-3M 3-6M 6-12M http://www.theinspiredmom.com/2009/12/16/my-product/ Our 100% cotton vintage screened onsie is so soft and durable, you might wish we made adult sizes. Packaged in a reusable organza bag complete with gift tag. $22 Sizes 0-3M 3-6M 6-12M http://www.theinspiredmom.com/2009/12/16/vintage-race-car-long-sleeve/ Our 100% cotton vintage screened onsie is so soft and durable, you might wish we made adult sizes. Packaged in a reusable organza bag complete with gift tag. $20 Sizes 0-3M 3-6M 6-12M http://www.theinspiredmom.com/2009/12/16/vintage-butterfly-short-sleeve/