“First day of school, first day of school, first day of school.” If you’ve watched Finding Nemo 9,376,457 times like we have, then you are familiar with Nemo’s level of excitement as he returns to school after summer break. I’m not sure who was more what. Between the three us, we were somewhere…
The world’s longest yard sale was this past weekend. If you’ve never experienced it, you totally should. It’s multifaceted. It’s a people-watchers paradise and a frugal fella’s jackpot. I love it for both reasons. This year, the sisters and I opted to sell verses shop. I also considered it a prime time to teach…
A couple of disclaimers as we head into this post: one: the cowboy loves sarcasm two: I love sarcasm fact: life with sarcasm is more fun **** Coffee talk at our house is where great ideas and philosophies are born. Last week, my youngest and I were enjoying our morning coffee when he said, “Mom, you…
It’s that grit your teeth, get after it, time of year, right? But does it have to be? Yes and no. Many things in life are not up for debate and/or there is no room to negotiate and yet, there are many, many things that are. One thing that is completely NOT…
Clouds unnerve him. Heavy rains torment him. And no, I’m not speaking of our crazy, nervous dog (that’s another post for another day.) I’m speaking of my son. Last night, or wee morning rather, I heard the whimpering as he stumbled around to my side of the bed. With my eyes closed…
Sometimes, there are no words. Like now. But I desperately want you, my precious reader family and friends to know how immeasurably grateful I AM for ALL of your prayers, encouragement, texts, cards, Facebook messages, offerings and gifts. I revisited you and your well wishes throughout the unforgettably emotional weekend. For…