Author Archives: Rita Brennan Freay

About Rita Brennan Freay

The journey of a 1000 miles always ends with a dirty diaper. Headmaster of a self inflicted international preschool & visitor center compassionately changing kids lives, one diaper at a time.

Saying Goodbye To A Pet Is Never Easy

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Rita Brennan Freay

I lost my first baby, bandana boy, sooo sad.  The decision was hard.  And even though it may have been obvious, the loss of a pet is never easy.  I still remember the day I had to go back to NY to send … Continue reading →

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Foster Care, Adoption and Giving Back

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Rita Brennan Freay

Giving back is a part of life, and big on the list.  Not something I was necessarily “taught” as a child, but something that came over time, at home, in college, and when I entered the “real” world.  Who knew that Foster Care, … Continue reading →

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Fantasy Football is not my thing……Do you play?

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Rita Brennan Freay

Football season is almost here!  The first Sunday night game will be the New York Jets against the Dallas Cowboys, in NY, brother against brother, twins, woo hoo!  Rex is feeling tremendous pressure to win this for NY, Septemeber 11 anniversary and … Continue reading →

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Kindergarten snack ideas were the last thing on my mind!

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Rita Brennan Freay

Yay, we’re back to school today!  Hurricane Irene wasn’t going to stop us!  It is a milestone, one I have to admit I wasn’t sure we’d make with all that has gone on.  All my kids cared about were the … Continue reading →

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Earthquake safety and hurricane preparations, WHO pissed off Mother Nature?

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Rita Brennan Freay

Did I feel the earth move…under my feet?!  Wait, was that an Earthquake?  Holy crap, yes, it was!  Seroiusly, and sadly, I wasn’t sure….and neither were any of my neighbors!  When you live in earthquake zones you expect earthquakes.  When … Continue reading →

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Back To School Supplies….Not Just For Your Kids!

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Rita Brennan Freay

Who loves back to school shopping?  I don’t…lol!  BUT, I do love that Staples commercial….you know the one I’m talking about where the dad is skipping down the aisles so happy…..the kids will be back in school soon!  It’s literally … Continue reading →

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Overload Protection…Not To Be Confused With Overdraft Protection!

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Rita Brennan Freay

These past few weeks had me on overload….doesn’t the universe know July is supposed to be an easy month?!?!  Guess not!   Does the Universe talk to you?  Well, it talks to me.  AND if you are not listening, it keeps on talking until you … Continue reading →

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My Kindle reader…is my new best friend!

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Rita Brennan Freay

Summer is here!  Yay!!!  My favorite times of year.  We get to slow down, relax (a little), visit with friends, go on adventures and sleep in!!!  What better way to spend the day….than at the beach or the pool with … Continue reading →

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Find Friends Online And Make Your Old Friends Your New Friends…or NOT!

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Rita Brennan Freay

I’ve been on Facebook for a few years…..but it was hit or miss in the beginning, learning, and not knowing what I was doing…but I tried and now that I use it for work, family, & friends…..it’s everyday.  The best part … Continue reading →

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