Each year on the last day of school after our Walk of Fame we have a “special snack”. I usually theme it to something related to kicking off summer, based on a cartoon, food item or brand the boys are in to that year. I was feeling wholly uninspired for this year until I walked… Read More
We’ve celebrated a LOT of things over the years, but the last day of school Walk of Fame is my most favorite of all. It’s not elaborate or expensive, but it makes me happier, prouder and more excited than any of the others and is a small thing to remind the boys of how much… Read More
Whew! This morning was emotional. With my boys leaving 5th grade for middle school and 8th grade for high school, there is typically so much pomp and circumstance around these milestones. And y’all know I LOVE pomp and circumstance. :-) I just wish the end of the school year and turned out differently, you know?!… Read More
Today I’m sending all of my love to Marme. It is hard to find words monumental enough to thank her for the sacrifices she made for us, the confidence she instilled in us, and for the wonderful example she gave us to model. I am also immeasurably grateful to be celebrated myself today. Being mother… Read More
It was the day we’ve all been waiting for: Taco Tuesday on Cinco de Mayo! Like every other year in recent memory, we celebrated at home!! I set up everything on the island in the kitchen. We enjoyed chips, soft tacos and fixings, churros with dips and margaritas (for the adults, of course)! We also… Read More
May the Fourth has been one of our favorite days of the year for an “at home” celebration for as long as I can remember! We’ve done all sorts of snacks, treats and dinners over the years. I went through bookshelves, bedrooms and closets to gather up the table decor. Our weather has been amazing,… Read More
I’m really playing catch up the last couple of days, headed back in time again to my birthday last month. :-) Honey sent me the most stunning bouquet from Farmgirl Flowers to celebrate. With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, I thought I’d better share lickety split. The flowers arrive boxed with care and arranging instructions. They… Read More