I have been enjoying this book for a couple of weeks, picking it up here and there, whenever I was feeling the need to indulge in something without conflict or plot for a few quiet minutes. The entire book is dedicated to the things that make this author feel cozy. Why hadn’t I thought of […]
I should say, a dog day in the life. Not as in canine, but as in the darn hot dog days of summer. Phew! It’s blazing around here. These are the days when you need to make hay between 5:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. or wait until 7:00 p.m. The in-between becomes a sluggish daze. […]
Looking for a little red, white, and blue for your social distanced picnic? Here are some of my family’s favorites: Blueberry Pound Cake 2 3/4 C flour, separated 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 2 sticks butter, plus more for the pan 2 C sugar, plus more for the pan 4 eggs 1 tsp. […]
Hello, July. I see you creeping around the corner. June has been both long and short for me. It’s been both hard and good, too. As always, in things of greatest importance, we are well. My family is healthy, as are our neighbors and friends. I hope you and yours are, too. I lost a […]
To our number one, our jungle gym, our laugh machine, our snuggler, our tickler. We love you. And to Grandpa and Papa who make our lives so sweet. You are special. Thank you, Dads. We adore you.
So many books, so little time! Unlike most in reality right now, this is a good problem to have. What have you been reading? Here are a few I have recently knocked off my book pile. Have you read Untamed? Girls, buckle up. Time to reach inside, harness your inner-diva, and let out your cheetah. […]
Love Her … mione. How can Harper be eight? This young lady is dynamic, smart, observant, thoughtful, loyal, creative, and sassy. She’s absolutely perfect for us. Harper loves tomboy clothes, riding her scooter, and playing soccer. She loves to paint and write, chop vegetables, make her bed, and leave notes for her family. She likes […]
I love this kid. What’s not to love? He makes all of us smile. He tickles our feet and cracks himself up. He wakes up early, because he can’t wait to begin a new day, ordinary or not. He loves to eat and closes his eyes in ecstasy at good food. He is an expert […]
I did not think the news could get worse. 100,000 American deaths to date and more to come. And then, last week happened. And then, our cities started to burn, and heartbroken people started screaming to be heard. One tragedy is unimaginable enough. But two devastations at once – well, it feels impossible. I watch […]
Well hello computer. It’s been a while since I’ve been here. Truth be told, I haven’t wanted to spend any more time on the screen than needed. After hours of webex meetings, grading, and recording instructional videos, my eyes were done for. Burning. Over it. However, I am coming up for air! Memorial Day has […]