Welcome to my blog, Motherly Law! I'm so glad to have you here. I'm a mom and an attorney, and I write about legal issues that affect families and offer tips and resources that pertain to those issues. On Fridays, I provide a bit of Motherly Advice; and when I'm inspired to write something totally unrelated to law, I do that too.
I've come a long way since Ultimate Blog Party 2010. Back then, I had just launched my blogging career and had about 12 posts under my belt. That seems like eons ago. I now post just about every day, actively participate in Twitter and Facebook, have attended BlogHer 10, Minnesota Blogger Conference and Blissdom 11 and have actually met many of my online friends!
I accidentally stumbled across the hashtag for Ultimate Blog Party last year and followed it back to www.5MinutesforMom.com. I quickly wrote a post, linked up and started party hopping. This year, I had it on my calendar. I have been monitoring the hashtag to ensure I don't miss out on any important #UBP11 information.
And now, it's here. So, I straightened up my site, put some shinier, prettier Facebook and Twitter buttons up, cleaned out the cobwebs {it is the World Wide Web, right}, and made cookies for the party.
Now here's the thing about the cookies. I was going to make something from scratch. I really was, but then time got away from me. I got busy and ran out of time. So, these cookies are slice and bake chocolate chip, but they're still yummy...and straight out of the oven.
I'm reading an advance copy of Becky Beaupre Gillespie's and Hollee Schwartz Temple's Good Enough is the New Perfect, and I have decided I fall in the "Good Enoughs" category; and I'm OK with that. So, no homemade cookies, but they're warm and freshly-baked. So, enjoy a few with a big glass of ice-cold milk or hot coffee and keep reading!
What I love about social media is the having the opportunity to meet and connect with so many wonderful, inspiring people across the country. I love hearing from readers that I have informed, entertained or made some kind of impact through a post. And I love to write!
I've covered distracted driving, estate planning, bike helmets, stalking, food regulations, toy regulations, pool safety, bullying, family law, car seats, gun laws and numerous other subjects. In the near future, I plan on tackling education, vaccines, child care, adoption, etc.
So, click on a few of the linked posts or go through the archives, but take your time, relax and enjoy. I'm from Texas, where people are friendly, and I live in Minnesota, where people are nice, which means I'm a gracious and kind hostess; and I would love to have you back as often as you would like to visit.
And last bit of information: I have a fantastic giveaway going on thru Sunday, April 3, 2011; $50 in shop credit from Circle Line Studio. Be sure to check out that post and enter to win!! Over and Out...
Anna
Stopping by from the Ultimate Blog Party to say hello.
Have a great day!
POSH
http://poshonabudget.com/2011/04/its-a-lot-of-ultimate-fun-this-friday.html
Posted by: Posh | Friday, April 01, 2011 at 09:57 AM
Hello! Just visiting blogs from the Ultimate Blog Party. I love your blog. Lots of good info!
Posted by: Jenni | Friday, April 01, 2011 at 11:32 AM
Hello! I am stopping by from the Ultimate Blog Party. It sounds like you are in Minnesota, me too! I am not an attorney, but am fascinated by law...particularly Family Law and Constitutional Law. I look forward to reading your posts! Have a great day!
Posted by: Mrs. Zwieg | Friday, April 01, 2011 at 12:08 PM
Yes, I am in Minnesota! Thanks for stopping by. I'll have to stop by your site soon!
Thanks & Have a fabulous weekend!
Anna
Posted by: Anna | Friday, April 01, 2011 at 03:19 PM
Jenni
Thanks for stopping by! Glad you like the site, I'll have to check your site.
Thanks & Enjoy your weekend!
Anna
Posted by: Anna | Friday, April 01, 2011 at 03:21 PM
Thanks for stopping by Posh!
Anna
Posted by: Anna | Friday, April 01, 2011 at 03:22 PM
Anna - This is such a cute post. Yay!
This is my first #UBP11. What a fantastic event - and nope, I will not miss another one. Looking forward to learning more about your blog (& you)!
Posted by: Kanesha | Friday, April 01, 2011 at 10:20 PM
Hi! I'm Rachel! I'm dropping in from www.upperbottom.com. Found your site through UBP and I'm loving it! AND THANKS FOR THE COOKIES : )
I've been blogging since 2007. Hope to see you over at UpperBottom and at the twitter party (@upperbottom, just look for the white dog art- that's me).
Cheeers and happy Saturday!
Posted by: UpperBottom | Saturday, April 02, 2011 at 04:16 PM
Stopping by from the UBP! I think there's absolutely nothing wrong with the cookies; I appreciate the gesture!
I'm interested in this book you mention; I am constantly striving for perfection and really, it's ridiculous. I "know" this, but I don't apply it. I'll be checking the book out.
Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Tiffany Manley | Saturday, April 02, 2011 at 10:54 PM
Hello! Love your blog. Find me at www.way2goodlife.com
P.S. Also if you can find a minute and vote for me as elenka29 here http://www.mamavation.com/2011/03/vote-for-mamavation-mom-3.html
(it's a competition to get into fitness bootcamp. There is no registration - just click and submit). Looking forward to reading more of your posts
Posted by: lena b | Sunday, April 03, 2011 at 12:23 AM
I’m here through UBP. Can't wait to check out your blog a little more!
Posted by: Dawn Chandler | Tuesday, April 05, 2011 at 12:28 PM
Hello from the party!
Posted by: Laurel Santiago | Tuesday, April 05, 2011 at 09:18 PM
We LOVE your blog! we are Thrilled to say we are your newest followers and {blog} friends! my sister and I just created a blog and would LOVE for you to come take a peek and let us know what you think. Don't forget to follow us and become our newest {blog} friends as well;)
trulie-scrumptious.blogspot.com
mitchandroz.blogspot.com (family blog)
Posted by: rozalynn | Wednesday, April 06, 2011 at 10:20 PM
Loving this party. I have am trying to read as many blogs as I can. I have already found some jewels.
I would love to read every single one...Everyone has a story.
Hope you will stop by...I have some extra giveaways that require nothing but a comment...
Teresa
http://teresa-grammygirlfriend.blogspot.com/
http://grammyababychangeseverything.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Teresa | Thursday, April 07, 2011 at 02:27 AM
Blog hopping tonight with UBP11 while my husband is out of town. Nice to meet you! I think I may have to read that 'Good Enough....' book. Sounds like my kind of reading! Feel free to stop by my place at http://clevermasquerade.blogspot.com/
~Mollianne
Posted by: Mollianne | Thursday, April 07, 2011 at 10:25 PM