this wasn't in the plan |but life is still pretty good

Yup, we decided to go with the new computer. It should arrive sometime next week. And -gasp- we're ditching the PC and going with a Mac.

First off, I submitted my post on Joy School to the Carnival of the SAHMs hosted by Kid-Daze. For some good thank you note ideas, check out this post at Lil Duck Duck and for a good laugh check out this post at Mommin' It Up.

And elsewhere around the world of blogs:

• Stephanie from Stop the Ride has a idea that worked when her daughter had an earache
• If you're planninag a trip to Disneyland, or a similar place, with small children, check out SAHMmy Says's post on the topic
• If you're looking for some help with your New Year's Resolutions, this post at The Simple Dollar shows how some Personal Finance basics can be applied in other areas.