A Reflection Of Thanks – Photo Friday

This year I found a way to keep the act of being thankful going all month in our home. November 1st, I pulled out a set of dry erase markers, gathered the family around our hall mirror and asked them to write one thing they were thankful for that day. After a couple of (Mom… Read More A Reflection Of Thanks – Photo Friday

Gym Observations: Workout Barbie vs. Sweaty Barbie

*Sweaty Barbie was camera shy* Workout Barbie: She enters the gym as though we’re all expecting her a la “the party don’t start ’til I walk in.” Sweaty Barbie: She enters the gym already sweating from the effort of getting the kids to school, dogs walked, etc. Workout Barbie: She has arrived, decked out in… Read More Gym Observations: Workout Barbie vs. Sweaty Barbie

The Shadows of Our Lives – Photo Friday

This week for Photo Friday, I am sharing some posts from a blog that I have been enjoying immensely as it’s simplicity packs a huge punch. While they are not photos, this talented lady captures life’s little messages with just a pen and her heart. I hope you will enjoy them as much as I… Read More The Shadows of Our Lives – Photo Friday

When 547 Facebook Friends + 832 Twitter Followers = A Negative Number

He was quiet as we rode the elevator up to the third floor. The air was heavy with emotion, as anger and fear seemed to compete for air space alongside sadness and acceptance. We stood back for a moment as the doors opened, aware that the vessel which just lifted us up would also bring… Read More When 547 Facebook Friends + 832 Twitter Followers = A Negative Number

“Oh, You’re a Joiner” – Why I Joined NanoWrimo.

She sat across from me at the local coffee shop, checking her phone, looking around as we “got to know each other.” I was the new gal in town and since it wasn’t my first rodeo, I was out there doing what I do best or at the very least what I know I need… Read More “Oh, You’re a Joiner” – Why I Joined NanoWrimo.