Free and The Brave
Thankful to be free, and the brave are the ones who have this to us. They just signed up. They committed to do the right thing. They kept their eyes open. They didn’t ask questions. They made us the priority. Read More …
Tag: july 4th
They Had to Work for It
Back in 1776, those founding fathers, they had to work for it… debating. editing. discussing the merits of one word or another. elaborating on why they wanted to include each specific phrase. fighting with their words (first) for the freedom Read More …
Summer and Cotton Candy
Summer and cotton candy just go together… Like: Hot dogs and baseball games Beer and pretzels Kids and mud puddles Swings and smiles Thunderstorms followed by rainbows Neighborhood walks and ice cream cones Family visits and happiness Vacation and beaches Read More …
Giving Independence
Parenting is often about giving independence, whether they want it or not. Most kids, from toddlers to teens, want more freedom. Me do it. I can do it. Why won’t you let me do it? Really, you can do it. Read More …
Planning Ahead
Every year, every major holiday happens on a set schedule. If you are planning ahead, you can take time off without worries. Finish your projects on time, leave early and relax…all weekend long. We are at a point where our Read More …
One Thing
Often, one thing leads to another. One mention of an idea, for example, a new way to serve hot dogs. Boom, gourmet hot dogs are everywhere…Sure it was on the cover of a magazine, right before the summer kicked off Read More …