America at 250: A Fourth of July Weekend I’ll Never Forget Some birthdays are bigger than others. This year, America celebrated 250 years. Just writing those words gives me chills. I know everyone celebrates the Fourth of July a little…
Easter always seems to arrive wrapped in soft light, fresh beginnings, and just a little bit of chaos—in the best way. This year was no different, and as simple as some of the moments were, they felt especially meaningful. We…
Well, we made it to Spring Break! It’s something we all look forward to every year because there is no school, no getting up early, no soccer, just relaxing, right? Not so fast! This year, Braden went camping with Matthew…
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…
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…
What a great Halloween we had! Besides Christmas, Halloween is my favorite holiday. I love decorating, making our house as spooky as possible, and helping the kids pick out glorious costumes. And this year was one of the best. First…
Spring Break is another busy time of year. No school or soccer but still very busy. We bring it on ourselves. There’s a house to clean…and clean well. Field trips with the kids to Mitch Park, Science Museum, the Zoo,…
Another year is nearly over. We’ve had some challenges but it’s been a good year. Let’s celebrate with some friends, family, good food, and presents! Christmas is my favorite season. It’s a little wild…ok, a lot wild. But it’s so…
Previous years have been so hard. More difficult than I care to mention here. But this year was different. We had a damn good year. Mike got a new, high-paying job. I’m starting to settle into the new face of…