Michelle Stafford Carrington

Shopping and spending money (only on bargains)! Also, I am an operations guru and multi-tasker - if only I could get some to rub off on my family!

Managing to stay married to the same man for 23+ years and raising two wonderful girls.

College - kids today can't make it without a degree, even if it is in basket weaving. This generation doesn't seem to have the same work ethic as mine. It is hard to find an employer today to take a chance on someone without a degree.

How easy I had it...and how sheltered kids are from the "real world". Also, not to worry so much about what others think/say about you. Kids can be so mean!

My Mom - I'm just like her!

Friends - getting to go out every weekend and have fun! Once you are married w/kids it is all over!

Spend the winters in Vero Beach, Florida (our favorite vacation spot). I hope to be able to afford a place on the ocean.

Spending time at the beach with the family with an outlet mall nearby!

It is what it is...

Raising children.

This is like writing your own obituary...

Communication is key...you also must be able to share laughs with your spouse - especially for the long haul. As the comedian Ron White says, "you can't fix stupid".

Enjoy them while they are young, they grow up fast!

Franciscan Alliance-St. Francis Health-Heart Center

Professional shopper/party planner/organizer.

Treat myself to alone time - massage or pedicure.

Married to husband, Chris since March 24, 1990. We both work for Franciscan Alliance (St. Francis). We live on the southeast side of Marion County in Franklin Township with our two daughters, 3 cats, 4 fish, and 2 dogs (quite the house full). Between the kids and the pets who has any time left for themselves? Going to the grocery store is an escape for me!