It’s almost impossible to believe that this young man celebrated his fourteenth birthday today. I describe him at fourteen much as I did at four. He’s driven, hard-working, kind to others, a leader, easy to befriend and a model citizen. He follows the rules and pushes himself so hard that we don’t have to. Middle… Read More
UPDATED JAN 2022 HERE If I had to pick one Disney resort to sleep, eat, play and live at for the rest of my life, it would be Grand Floridian! You can read a full resort review here: In my opinion, one of the must overlooked and under rated restaurants at the Walt Disney World… Read More
In a selfless act, Honey and Whit agreed to go with me to see Frozen II last night. :-) When I asked at dinner Friday evening, it was crickets. Anyone? Hello? Honey took one for the team and said “I’ll go!” Whit said he’d go if we went to the theater with good chairs. John… Read More
I can’t believe the holidays are upon us! I have kicked things off with Christmas attire and seasonal beverages. Speaking of the holidays, Mother replaced the elastic in the sleeves of the precious Christmas dress. It was mine and then Sisters and CeeCee will wear it this year. I can’t wait to see her in… Read More
Twelve years ago today was Thanksgiving. It sounds like a random fact to know, but it is one I won’t ever forget. I delivered my son Matthew that day. He was so tiny and unbelievably perfect. I held him for hours, treasuring that time more than any couple of hours I’ve ever had on earth.… Read More
When traveling, we consciously spend on amazing food, unique experiences and nice hotels over souvenirs. Instead of loading up the suitcase with a bunch of things, we seek out Christmas ornaments from special locations, landmarks or activities. I tuck them up in the guest room closet during the year and then add them to our… Read More
I found The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager when searching the library shelves for Lock Every Door. Lock Every Door was unavailable so I carried this one home instead. And it was SOOOOO good! It was unpredictable, suspenseful and a little nostalgic with the whole summer sleep away camp theme. I stayed up… Read More