Happy 12th Birthday, Olivia! Dear Olivia Rose, Twelve years ago you entered the world and as I held you in my arms and looked into your eyes, I once again voiced the many promises I had been whispering for months as I gently rubbed my growing belly. I promised to always love you with all my… Read More To My Daughter: It’s A World Full Of Sea Glass
“If you think back and replay your year and you don’t recall tears either sad or happy consider your year a waste.” This line has stuck with me for some time. I don’t recall where I heard it, but I’ve carried its meaning with me each year as I’ve looked back at my life and… Read More Statement: Bank Account Low. Immediate Deposit Necessary.
Condado is an ocean front, pedestrian oriented community just east of the historic district of Old San Juan in Puerto Rico. We had the pleasure of spending a weekend there recently. I love being able to enjoy the beach, then take a walk to the many shops, restaurants and museums on Ashford Avenue. Here are a… Read More Weekend in Condado, Puerto Rico
The sound of the waves, the sand beneath his feet, the warm ocean breeze were all a part of him, ingrained into his very soul. He was a true island boy, climbing palm trees in the blink of an eye to retrieve a coconut, catching fish with his homemade spear in the most primitive manner.… Read More Island Boy Finds His Once Upon A Time
“Toto, I have a feeling we’re not in [Jersey] anymore.” This Jersey girl is definitely far from the Jersey shore these days. The beach I walk along nowadays holds promises of treasures to be found. I walk with my head down, seeking them as a bloodhound who has picked up a scent. I have filled… Read More Weekly Photo Challenge: Lost in the Details
So…I didn’t make it into the Top 25 Blogs over at Circle of Moms today. Rejection isn’t pretty, but I did feel the love from all those who voted for me. 🙂  I did however, get this prestigious little Liebster Award given to up and coming bloggers! A HUGE thank you to  Mom’s Eye View… Read More Liebster means “favorite” and “dearest” in German…I think.
