Hugs are everything, right? The girls got a trampoline for Christmas and they experienced what many children before them have also known: the boxes that hold gifts are oftentimes just as great as the actual gift. The girls decided to use the…
2019 Golden Globes Red Carpet Fashion Recap
Ya’ll! Welcome back to the ever-important and necessary diversion that is fashion. The 2019 Golden Globes Red carpet is obviously not important. I mean, life is FULL and busy and chaotic and polarizing and political… but sometimes we just need…
Lovely.
A dear friend of mine recently brought this gift to my attention by John O’Donohue. What a lovely reflection. I thought I’d share… :: AT THE END OF THE DAY: A MIRROR OF QUESTIONS What dreams did I create last…
In 2019, let’s love Monday. (All the Mondays.)
I bought a new planner for 2019. It breaks down goals into weekly goals, then monthly. I’m pretty excited about it. The 2019 planner purchase is a testament to my optimism and passion for school/office supplies. It’s also a testament…
Parting is such sweet sorrow, saying goodbye to our Elf on a Shelf
There’s a bit of a hullaballoo about the Elf on a Shelf thing. And Elf drama, if you will. Basically, here’s the gist of how the Elf on a Shelf thing works for any of you who don’t have school-aged children:…
What to give everyone on your list…
Ah, marriage. I’m only 15 years into this covenant that has me legally bound to a man who is the complete and utter opposite of me, but I know that a duo with two distinct personality types can and will duel at…
Parenting isn’t for the faint of heart. Subject: Teeth Brushing
Last week Vivi, my seven-year-old, threw down the gauntlet to me. (Or at me?) Anywho, a challenge was offered, and I promptly accepted. It was approximately 7:15 a.m. on a Tuesday morning and the kid hadn’t properly brushed her teeth…
What you need to know today
1. Jen Hatmaker published her annual gift guide and there are some AMAZING gift sources with a conscience. I’m most excited by Parks Project. Each product contributes directly to one of more than 30 different conservancies across the US, providing…
Our 2018 Christmas Card
I’m a huge fan of the ‘ole Christmas Card holiday greetings. And quite frankly, I like having our family photos done annually… it’s not anything we ever did as kids and looking back and I really wish we had more pics…
The Best Cut-Out Cookie Recipe you MUST try
It is my civic honor to share with you the BEST cut-out cookie recipe you will EVER eat. They’re the ideal blend of soft and pillowy, but can withstand layers of frosting if you have a heavy-handed froster in your…
