One could say I’m a bit of a planner. Don’t worry; I’m not obsessive-compulsive. I just like to be prepared – especially when going on vacation. Scoff if you’d like, but I have THE most comprehensive packing checklist EVER. Heading to the beach? I won’t forget...
Am I Turning into My Mom?
One word. That’s all it took to launch me into a week-long tizzy. It began one night during dinner. The girls and I were talking – I don’t remember the topic. But I do recall feeling a bit exasperated. And that’s when I blurted out just one little word. “Well!” The...
Sign Me Up
Junior high and high school. I’ve been there – and done that. And it wasn’t always easy. But lately I’ve been going through it again – only this time I’m the mom. And let me tell you, it’s no picnic the second time around. Now don’t get me wrong. I’m not complaining....
For the Love of the Game
Welcome to week ONE of my summertime blogging format! In case you didn't hear, I'm focusing more on my family (and a tad less on my blog) until the end of August. I'll still meet you here every Tuesday, but things might look a little different. Thanks for stopping...
A Gift for Me?
My kids took such pleasure in making fun of me. They were sure I was the last person on earth (besides Grandma and Grandpa) who didn’t have a smart phone. Honestly, I didn’t care. My beat-up old phone met my needs. I could make phone calls. I could send texts. I could...
My Daughter’s Throwback to 1986
Hi everyone! I have a special guest blogger today … my daughter Emily! But first, a little background info. I’m a bit of a packrat. Truth be told, I’ve saved papers from kindergarten through college. So last week I stumbled across a binder full of my old papers. I...
Just a Little Further Down the Road
In four short months my youngest will be heading into unknown territory. Her sisters have been there. It’s a mysterious place with lots of drama and awkward voice cracking around every corner. Some say it’s an orthodontist’s paradise. Yep. I’m talking junior high,...
Lessons for a Lifetime
Each day after school Madison proudly shared her backpack full of art projects, crafts and school papers. But not everything she learned in kindergarten could fit in her backpack. No teacher or textbook could compare to the valuable lessons she learned from an...
Someday My Kids Will Need Therapy for This
The other day I came across a picture I hadn't seen in years. Oh. My. Gosh. Our family had such a good laugh over that one. Never mind that Maddie’s little fingers are digging into Curt’s leg. Forget about Curt’s goofy expression. No matter how hard we tried, we...
Right Answer!
Sometimes husbands know just what to say ... "Of course you're not fat." Other times, not so much ... "What's the matter with your hair?"Saying the right thing can take you far in a marriage. I should know. I still remember something Curt said sixteen years ago. It...
Head Over Heels
You know what? I've noticed something about social media since this whole Covid-Crap began. People are stepping out of their comfort zones to encourage each other. Surely it's not just happening in my social circles. I've seen people playing the piano, singing songs,...
I’m Back! (and “Busted”)
Well, hello. Hello? Is there anybody out there? I know. It's been a long time since I've shown my face around these parts. Honestly, it's not you. It's me. You see, I've been writing, just not here. Lately I've been pouring every bit of my creative energy into writing...
Writing, Motherhood & Learning to Let Go
I must admit, my emotions have been a little crazy since my middle daughter graduated from high school last weekend. Yep. Unbelievable. It feels like we just sent my first daughter off to college and now--here we go again--learning to let go of daughter...