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the last book I read that had the most lasting impression… i believe friendships for moms are important because… the last three dinners I made for my kids… my favorite escape from the daily grind… i believe what makes a good mom is… the funniest thing my kids have ever said… i rely heavily on… my husband and I make a great team because we… something I am proud of myself for doing…

Age Is Just A Number by Dara Torres. Dara launched one of the biggest comebacks in sports when she trained and competed in the Beijing Olympics at the age of 41. Her story makes me believe anything is possible.

There is nothing better than adult conversion. Sharing your ideas and dreams with people make them real. I find it refreshing bouncing my thoughts off someone who is removed from the situation.

I couldn’t survive without my crock pot. My family loves and eats anything I make. It is amazing how gourmet I feel when there are no leftovers! For the record…Spaghetti, Quesadillas and Chicken Casserole.

I enjoy a good run to clear my mind. I also enjoy a nice dinner and a glass of wine.

Making time to be involved with your kids’ lives and taking care of yourself. If you are content your children feel it and if you are not content they feel that too.

If I was asked this question years ago I could fill a couple pages. Now as my kids get older the funny comments or strange questions have turned to good conversation about their day.

My entire family. My parents, sister, brothers and inlaws. I consider them my closest and dearest friends.

When I need something there are several people I can call. I am very lucky that way.

Understand each other. Tim knows when I need help or encouragement. In our 17 years of marriage we have grown to count on each other and it takes a team to raise four busy kids.

Maintaining my sense of self. I have worked fulltime and have stayed home with my kids over the last 17 years. The one constant is finding ways to better myself. Along with other interests I have trained in 4 marathons, 4 half-marathons and a triathlon. I am proud that my kids see I have goals inside and outside the house and that I work hard to achieve them.

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