I know this isn’t everyone’s backyard. I am incredibly fortunate that it’s mine. I turned 36 this year. I remember when I was in my twenties (I miss you, metabolism!) hearing about the thirties being a great decade. I was told that I would know myself, be more financially and emotionally settled, and that life […]
Happy 4th of July! I hope your day is filled with sunshine, friends and family, music, picnics, and sparklers. I hope you soak up children’s smiles and the sounds of laughter. Life is good here. Each evening at dinner, I ask my kids to share what they are grateful for or what the best part […]
I love that life provides all kinds of opportunities to celebrate. Some are big, huge, and life-changing! Yet some things are small and lovely, the reasons that make each day joyful. In our house, June is a happy and full month with much to celebrate. First up, Jameson turned five on June 3. FIVE! He […]
One of the small joys of summer is zucchini. This year, I planted our garden late so I am still awaiting my pretty green fruit. However, the farmers markets and grocery stores are already bursting with this yummy summer squash. There is something warm and comforting about homemade bread. Even though it’s hot during the […]
My most important job is mom. I am mommy year round and 24/7. Those who know me best, however, know that I am one person with two mommy personas: School Year Mom and Summer Mom. Please meet School Year Mom. This is me most of the time. School-year mom is ruled by the clock. I […]
I love to read. I sometimes fantasize about staying in bed and reading all day! In my fantasy, no one talks to me, I leisurely sip coffee, time pauses, and the daily grind comes to a halt so I can soak in delicious words and twisting plots. This has never actually happened, and if it […]
Peanut butter ranks among the most essential survival needs in our household. Have you ever been to Costco to buy the two-for deal and brought home two enormous jars of the creamy wonder? We went last week to replenish our supply. Though I am proud to say there are still two jars in the pantry, […]
Welcome to my corner of the world, 40 degrees north latitude and 105 degrees west longitude. Life here in Longmont, Colorado is likely like yours-filled with joys and beauty, family and friends, stresses and work, and good warm feelings when you crawl into bed at night. The high blue skies and mountain peaks are extra […]
