Christmas 2025: So much Fun
I love Christmas. It’s my favorite holiday. Though there’s so much to do and prepare for, it really is a magical time of the year. This year was no exception. Getting Ready for Christmas Leading up to Christmas is such…
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Book Report: Phantom Limb
This book was amazing. It may be my favorite so far. And I know I say that every time. But Phantom Limb by Lucinda Berry was really gripping in a completely psychological way. It’s very similar to the other book…
Book Report: Now is the Time of Monsters
It’s after Halloween, but why not continue with the scary theme! This time, I chose Now is the Time of Monsters by A.G. Mock. And let me just say, wow! This was such a great book! We follow Cassie Kennedy,…
Food Edition: Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti
Here’s another new recipe I found on Facebook. I’ve had some pretty good luck with food I find there, and this was no exception. All 3 kids and Mike just loved it! It was such a hit, I thought I’d…
The Mental Load of Working Mothers
There is a list that lives in your head at all times. Permission slips. Dentist appointments. When the dog needs shots. Who outgrew their shoes. Whether there is milk. The mental load is not just tasks. It is constant tracking.…
Thanksgiving 2025
November was a whirlwind of busyness and celebration! From soccer games and tournaments to tryouts and school functions, we were pulled in all directions. But we didn’t let that stop us from celebrating. The Thankful Pumpkin I saw this project…
Food Edition: Victoria Sponge Cake
Braden had a project for school. He needed to bring something that represented the Victorian Period. He chose a food: Victoria Sponge Cake. This is new. I’ve never made this before. But it turned out great, and apparently all the…
What I Learned From a Poem on a Deli Wall
This will sound so odd, but I took a picture of a poem at a Jimmy John’s in Texas. We were there for a tournament and took a short break to grab some food in between games. Just above our…
Soccer Weekend – November 2025
Well, soccer is in full swing! Austin’s outdoor team may be winding down, but that didn’t stop them during a tournament this past weekend! The Vipers ended their outdoor season with a 3-0 victory, capturing 1st place in their age…