Favorite Holiday

For many people, including my husband, Christmas is their favorite holiday…no doubt that started when they were children, but it has stood the test of time. What’s not to love? A full week – and then some – off from Read More …

Start Today

Things that take fifty years don’t just happen overnight, but if you start today you might have a chance. Write a book. Start a charitable organization. Read the complete works of William Shakespeare. Watch all 7 seasons of the Gilmore Read More …

The Life You Live

The life you live is not a soap opera…but it can have drama, laughter, tears and arguments. Also, it is entirely yours.  Even the parts you share, which may be many and frequent…it is your own life. Your experiences could Read More …

How’d I Do

When your kids are growing up, they are constantly looking for approval. “How’d I do – did I do it all right mom/dad?” From the first moments, of forming words – when they can’t even ask you that question – Read More …

Fighting Over the Dishes

If you grew up with at least one sibling, you probably spent countless nights fighting over the dishes. As the oldest, I was allowed the choice of what I preferred to do: wash, dry, or put away. As if those Read More …

Growing Family

We are truly, very truly lucky to have a growing family… From new babies and first time dads to the new mom (at least for the first time with us…) from our beautiful, blushing bride-to-be to all of her sisters, Read More …