He comes into the kitchen in his dress pants and button down shirt, clean and fresh, ready for a day of work and meetings and things I can only grasp a little. I hand him a plate of scrambled eggs and bacon and ask, “Do you want a coffee?” I smile at how handsome he…
My First Born
“Oh Mom, really?” I’ve just attempted to make a joke around him and because he is a tween he finds it very unfunny. Also, it may not have been that funny. Although I think it was at least “cute” funny. But then, I’m “old” so… I glance over at his nose that is becoming more…
My Second Son
“Mommy, kiss”. His backpack is loaded on his back and his breath smells like bacon. We give a peck on the lips, as he cranes his neck back and then I watch him walk out the door to his Daddy’s truck. Dressed in clothes that he chose himself, it’s been a long time since…
My Girl
I brush her fine, straight hair and gently move the strands that hang in front of her eyes out of her face, as I gather them and place the pink hair clip just so. Her blue eyes look up at me as I say, “All done.” She insists she cannot put the clip in herself….
It’s All About Me
Did that title grab your attention? You know it’s not REALLY all about me, right? Certainly you know me better than that. However, I will admit that taking self portraits kind of makes it feel that way. My friend Sarah inspired me to try this project again (like she did in 2013)(I lasted until May…
Furry Friends & Netflix
We have the cutest dog. You can argue that point by saying that you have the cutest dog if you have a dog but I’m sorry, everyone in this family will dispute that since we know our dog is cuter. Sure, your dog is probably pretty cute. I know. Dogs are cute. But OUR dog is…
Under Gavin’s Bed
Let me set the scene: Fifteen minutes before we need to leave for church and I have yet to put my makeup on and still need to get one child dressed for church. Ben comes into my room fully dressed, except for shoes. “Mom, I can’t find my brown shoes.” “Did you look under Gavin’s…
Surely Those Goldfish Won’t Kill Them
As I push my adopted cart with one wobbly wheel through the grocery store, I peruse my list and hit up the produce section first. I remind myself that I’ve read you should stay on the perimeter of the store, since the healthiest food is located there. I remind myself of this every time. I load up…
Marvel Universe LIVE!
I have talked about how my kids are fun to be around lately. I am not sure I have mentioned what great travelers they are. I know it’s “easier” these days to travel with kids since we have a lot of mobile things for them to do in vehicles and on airplanes but I honestly…
Old School Blogging- Reflections
Hey all, it’s that time again (I skipped last month. last month was NUTS!) Anyway, I am going it alone with Old School Blogging this month. Mostly because I was so busy with December that I simply forgot to ask for a co-host. When I was thinking about what to do this month I bounced…