1. Inspect what you expect. Just because you understand it and know that it needs to be done doesn't mean others do too!
2. Some things just aren't worth worrying about, like when I'll have time to do the laundry. It'll get done when someones missing clean undies ;)
3. Having a nice set of pots and pans will inspire you to cook. Even having a few nice ones is much better than 50 crappy ones.
4. Casseroles are great for working mothers.
5. The power of online photo sharing and ordering online photo books
6. Dont move in July in Tucson
7. There is nothing cuter than watching a baby laugh when daddy tickles her.
8. Sometimes a pedicure or a Big Lots shopping trip cures a bad day!
9. Outlet covers were not invented by people who actually have kids!
10. Don't let anyone tell you different... paying someone to help clean your house will help you keep your sanity and worth every penny.
11. Laptops are a great way to be together with a husband who likes to game.
12. I would like to visit all the islands of the Bahamas. We will save to go every two years.
13. The power of good hair care products. You get what you pay for. And stylists for that matter.
14. We need to pay more attention to the blinders that are being pulled over our eyes by those in politics.
15. No matter how much you hope to befriend some people, sometimes they just arent worth befriending.
16. How nice it is to have a car big enough for the whole family and that doesn't have black seats!
17. Don't leave valuable things in your car...they may get stolen.
18. Your kid will most likely get sick on weekends or when the doctors office is closed.
19. There are actually Mormon polygamists in Utah and they make a great reality TV show. Sister Wives for the win.
20. Regular exercise is really good for you but takes some serious commitments and sometimes sacrifices.
21. I really enjoy Glenn Beck; Despite what some may say if you really read his take on things he makes sound, factual based arguments.
22. Look for toothpaste with the ADA approval stamp on it, not all have it.
23. Generally, I like private practices over others.
24. Dont believe half of what you read in baby books. A lot of the time it is propaganda and people trying to sell you on something. Every kid is different and you just have to find what works for yours.
25. My favorite latte is a Soy Toffee Nut.
26. Buy meat in bulk from Costco.
27. Netflix instant streaming is amazing.
28. You can roll snow when its thick enough to make snowmen.
29. You really only wear 20% of your clothes, do what I did and donate the rest.
30. Scrapbooking is fun and a good hobby.
31. Music is competitive but those who succeed know this and kept at it. Its very much up to individual taste and discretion.
32. Walks are good family time and your dog will like you more for them.
33. Neti-pots are great for sinus infections.
34. Downtown Tucson has a lot of History.
35. Did you know you can safely give kids Dramamine? Just a little bit helps with flights!
36. I love locally grown raw honey and its really good for you.
37. Sunset magazine and Country Living are the best.
38. I enjoy collecting receipes.
39. Plan ahead the night before, it makes the mornings so much easier.
40. CMT has awesome shows like Worlds Strictest Parents, Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Making the Team and reruns of Dukes and Extreme Home Makeover.
41. My husband is a great listener most of the time.
42. When you have a cell phone issue or question avoid the stores. You will get much better service calling the 800 number.
43. Chicken wire will generally keep the dog away from the drip system!
44. The mobile app of Facebook is addicting.
45. God sends the right people in your life at the right time, just open your eyes and look.
46. Church is important. You wont recognize the difference it makes till you go.
47. Monsoon season in the desert is amazing.
48. People can be trapped in a mine for a crazy amount of days and be rescued!
49. Sometimes the lack of something in your community is the perfect opportunity for you to start it.
50. A glass of wine is good for mental well being.
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