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On the Sunny Side of the Street (Freaking Finally!)
Well, ain’t it nice to see you all again! I have missed you! But I had a much needed little time-out with the fam and we are all in a much better place…
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Happy, Friendly, Independent Little Dude
This week my good friend, Sarah, and I took Bean to a new splash park. That is absolutely his favorite way to spend an afternoon and this park didn’t disappoint. I continue to…
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Our Family is Growing!
Yes, it’s true. Our family of three just became a family of four. I’m so happy to announce the arrival of our slimy, scaly bundle of joy. I bought Bean a fish yesterday.…
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The Sacrificial Laundry Wench
Laundry is my nemesis. It’s like the house guest that just won’t leave. I stumble over it. Climb over it. Cry over it. And, yet, it continues to sit there in gigantic piles…
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Book Worms and Book Ends
One of the things that I am most proud of as a parent is Bean’s love of books and reading. I started reading to him before he was even born. I’d read things…
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When Mom Does the Dishes
This past weekend as I did the dishes, I learned several important things about the men in my life. First, they are easily entertained. Next, some short person has been putting items into…
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Operation BWYP: Almost There, But Not Quite
Since moving our family from Connecticut to Florida five months ago, Chris and I have been working on Operation: Bloom Where You Are Planted in our marriage. It’s what we are calling our…
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That’s What Grandmommas Are For
This past weekend, Chris’ mom, Jackie, came to town with her boyfriend, Charles, to celebrate Chris’ sister’s birthday. We had such a fun weekend. We went out for hibachi on Friday night for…
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Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds
Once upon a time there was a little mutt puppy named Lucy. She was beloved by her owner named Katie and all was right with the world. Together, Katie and Lucy explored the…
