It's not a book, really. More of a short story. Yes, it's fiction. But perhaps one of the most insightful pieces of fiction, especially as a caution to parents. The other amazing fact about it? It was written nearly 150 …
Fitbit Charge HR
I've been wearing my Fitbit Charge HR for almost a month now (a gift from my kids for birthday/Mother's Day) and I have to say I love it! I especially enjoy that it monitors heart rate along with steps and sleep. Suddenly I …
Oops! Missed Monday. Here’s Why.
Usually I'm really good about getting my blog posts written and scheduled before I go traveling. But after 6 solid weeks of crazy-busy I fell behind--then hopped on a plane. I love that I get to travel with my husband when …
Fun with My Guys
We've always tried to celebrate graduations with a trip. With the high school graduations, it was an attempt at one last family vacation, although our youngest got his graduation trip alone with us because brother and sister …
Our Second College Graduate!
We had a great weekend celebrating our second college graduate. For a guy who initially wasn't too excited about going away to school, he found he hated to leave once it was over. (At least he hated to leave his social life. …
The Blessing of our Sunday Walks
Several years ago, when my husband was trying to lose weight (he eventually lost 50 lbs!), he began working out. When Sunday rolled around, he didn't want to take the day completely off, but he didn't want to go to the gym or …
100 Years Young
If you are connected with me on Twitter or Facebook, you might know that my husband's grandmother turned 100 years old on Easter Sunday. We had a great time celebrating with her and with family, although one of our children …
March Madness
It's that time of year--March Madness. It's a big deal around our house, filling out our brackets and hoping our picks end with bragging rights for the coming year. That's what happens when you have five competitive people …
The Accidental Traveler
I'm not a very good traveler. I get super stressed over the packing, the flights, the drives. If there is turbulence, heaven help my seatmate-even if it is my hubby, who knows to expects me to squeeze his hand more tightly …
Empty Nest Is Not What I Expected
I've been trying to schedule lunch with a couple of my friends who are also empty nesters. You'd think it would be a breeze. It's not. We're all insanely busy. What in the world is that about? I thought as I …