It came up in conversation with a precious friend the other day…the difference between how cool and confident we may appear on the outside, and how insecure and fearful we may be on the inside. And, as it often does when I process ‘life’, my garden came to mind. I’ve never grown lettuce before, and was quite delighted at the… Read More
I was Weeding the Vegetable Garden…
{and other lame excuses for why I’ve been such a delinquent blogger lately} I was busy growing sprouts… I was locking myself, my children and our pup out of our house while my husband slept soundly in our room. Good thing one of our screens doesn’t lock properly into it’s window and Bean was willing to slither in through the… Read More
June Desktop Wallpaper {& Other Thoughts}
Happy June, friends! I can’t believe we’re almost halfway through 2011. It’s true what “they” say…the days are long, but the years are short! Boy, is this truth hitting home as I examine the incredible length of my little’s ones legs today and tuck away more clothes that are suddenly too small for their growing bods. It’s astounding. Wasn’t I… Read More
This and That {and a lil’ bit of somethin’ else}
We’ve been deliciously busy around here… Creating ginormous lego potties that, fortunately, don’t hold up to any actual “activity”. Breaking out the charcoal and grilling up some veggies {and yes, of course…some meat!} And slappin’ some laundry on the line {seeing sun-dried clothes smell all sorts of glorious!} {I noticed when hanging my hubby’s t-shirts up that 3 out of… Read More
Post Easter Check In
No, I’m not dead. Yes, I still love to blog. And thank you, my Easter was lovely. I’ve been trying to find my feet amongst the chaos of everyday life with little ones, while the madness of presentation preparation and egg stuffage threatened to swallow me whole. With colorful, plastic eggs back in their seasonal box, and my wellness talk… Read More
The Week in ‘P’s
Police. Profound Pride. Passion. This photo was taken by Jeff Schrier (Chief Photographer at the Saginaw News) during the awe-inspiring funeral for the Trooper from my husband’s State Police post who lost his life suddenly last week. It was one of the most profoundly beautiful, deeply moving, tearful events I have ever experienced. ~ Pincushion Protea This amazing blossom –… Read More
Hormones, Crafts & Snow {this week, in no particular order)
Firstly, the blah: I’ve been having hot flashes lately {ugh!}. And then I left the house in my slippers {yikes}. For 6 hours {gasp}. I think I’m getting old. I haven’t written anything of substance for the past few weeks. There only seems time and mental energy for drivel. Forgive me. Contemplative and encouraging text will return soon, I promise…. Read More
52 Little Lines with Big Benefits
The weight of our words carry the very power of life and death in their grasp. We have the ability to make or break the little lives that have been entrusted to us. But sadly, and too often, hurtful, thoughtless, harsh words tumble from my lips. And sure enough, it is my precious children who see and hear the worst… Read More
Week One, Done
I survived completed my first week of my battle plan. My living room/office was first on the list…and it’s looking deliciously organized and uncluttered. I have yet to delve into the kids toy chest, but it’ll happen soon {stealthily, while we play, I’ll be off-loading things into a Goodwill box and garbage bags. Mwah ha ha ha!}. It’s… Read More
The Dress Code
In this house, we have no dress code. For if my loin-fruit are even clothed in part, I am grateful. I lie. I love it when they’re “nakey nakey”. But that’s not generally well accepted by the store manager at Meijer. So when they do get dressed {up}, it most often includes an eclectic mix of other people’s shoes,… Read More
The Battle Plan
Every neurotic, type-A, control-freakish, list-loving smart woman has a battle plan for when she turns 30, right? {Just humor me here} I thought so. For as long as I can recall, I have loved the idea of being “in my thirties”. It’s a stage of life when one has enough years under their belt to have some experiential knowledge to… Read More
Snowed In {and Lovin’ It!}
