Hi,

My name is Shirley.  I live in Massachusetts. 

I'm turning 40 next year.  I'm happy about this, because me and my girlfriends will be going away to Vegas to celebrate for a few nights!  Now I can't wait to turn 40. 

I am home mostly.  I also sell my paintings.

I have lots of hobbies, sewing, art, making stuff, gardening, but not enough time to do them.  I exercise as much as possible, which hasn't been much lately. 

 I've written a children's book and am in the process of illustrating it.  It's difficult to find time with a two year old, but I'll do it.

 I bring communion to a 99 year old lady every Sunday.  I love it.  She doesn't get out, so I know she lives to hear all the stories I bring to her.   She is probably happy just to have a warm body in her apartment, but it makes me feel special.  We have a lot of laughs.  I love the elderly.

I have a terrific husband.  He does leave more than an occasional sock or piece of trash on the floor.  I nag, but I know it could be much worse.  He is also terrible at picking presents out for me.  He gave me a mens, large, mis matched black sweat suit from Walmart once.  He should know, if you are going to make a mistake in size, make it smaller. lol .Other than that he is nearly perfect.

My kids are great.  We love to go camping in our pop up camper.  It's great fun for the whole family and very snuggly in our little pop up. 

My 6 year old has adhd.  We have been treating him with the feingold program.  www.feingold.org  check out my journal to here more about this. 

I hope all children find something to help them and their families with their troubles.

I'm looking forward to learning from the other moms and wish everyone happiness!