Grace was mad about something. She was very, very M.A.D. It was a terrible day to be five years old. I wish I could remember what it was, because I laughed out loud. I probably shouldn’t have, but I did. You can see her reaction ... [ Read More ]
My favorite, by far.
When I flew to my sister's house last month, I had a super early flight out of town. The house was completely quiet and dark as I packed my bags and got ready to leave. I had three little bags of Skittles for the kids to find on the kitchen counter, ... [ Read More ]
He was the first to call me “mama”
This guy turned nine a couple days ago. I’ve been telling people he’s “almost nine” for a while now, so the actual date passing wasn’t such a big deal. But every time I hold him, pull him into my lap and feel the weight of his body on ... [ Read More ]
First Kiss Anniversary
It's June 10th, the anniversary of our first kiss, 14 years ago. This year, he didn't ask "Are you sure you don't want to eat somewhere else?" He knows. June 10th is always at Olive Garden. This year, he'll be driving me (and the three kids ... [ Read More ]
Salvaged Junk Flower
I saw this “flower shaped” rusty metal thing on the ground….I was drawn to it like a magnet. I was at an estate sale of someone I knew, which was fun because she was happy to give me stuff and I was happy to take her spray paint and mini ... [ Read More ]
Camping, Glamping,
Whatever you call it, camping in a tow-along “house” is really awesome. We bought a new Travel Trailer, Trager Trailer, after a very intense and drawn out cost/ benefit analysis. And a supply and demand analysis. And soul ... [ Read More ]