Monica Crandell Stone's Page

"I am a recovering perfectionist! My life went along rather swimmingly until four years ago when I was blindsided by a huge failure (in my eyes). I must admit that it derailed me for several months until I let go on those crazy perfect standards I…"

"Nevermind- saw message from Selina. I will be there!"

"What? Did plans change? Which Chili's?  "

"Oh my goodness! This describes my daughter, Michelle, perfectly. I used to sing her a silly song that I made up with her name in it. She still remembers it. She is the slow gift opener, doesn't want to tear a thing (drives me nuts!). She…"

"I will bring sour cream and a drink. How many are we planning for?"

"Where is this going to be?  "

"Yes, that would be great.  "

"In today's digital world, it is so easy for our attention to be divided among many things. I make a concentrated effort not to answer the phone, emails, facebook,etc when my children need/want my attention or it is a family/child activity that…"

"Hopefully I can make it to the Nov. 20th mommies night out!"

"While I know I am not a physical touch person, I know for certain that I am a words of affirmation gal. I want those words of encouragement, praise and guidance! My twins like to hear that they are making a good choice or decision. So I use…"

"I am the Director of Children's Programs for a non-profit agency. I have to do lots of presentations, community booths, speeches, etc. These used to terrify me! But then someone said to me after a presentation, "you are so passionate about…"

"I am not a physical touch person. I don't really seek out lots of touch. I work in a "touchy-feely" profession and I have no problem giving hugs, etc to the children. And I slobber (my older daughther's word) all over Sadie!…"

"I will be able to make it after all. The baby has struggled with terible allergies all week and just wants lots of snuggle time. I am going to stay home and do just that. I hope to attend the next night out. Enjoy all that good food!"

"I would like to come- I must have missed this post! I work and I don't cook often so I will bring whatever I can pick up. :)"