Wow – what a ride! John’s first varsity lacrosse season ended on such a high note, with the team celebrated as Region Champions and Georgia State Finalists! It is tradition for the seniors to give the underclassmen haircuts for the post season. This crew didn’t stop there. They also had the moms dye their hair… Read More
Twenty years ago today I walked down this beautiful aisle to exchange I Dos with Honey. It’s gone by in a blink. I had so much fun looking through old pictures to find a few from our “big” anniversaries. This was our five year anniversary. We had just arrived in St. Lucia. Sister took these… Read More
The guy we call Honey and Dad is celebrating his birthday today!! I know I say it often, but he is the most patient, kind, laid-back, level headed man I’ve ever known. He takes such good care of his little family and we all know, without a doubt, that there is nothing he wouldn’t do… Read More
Just before Spring Break I finished up The Woods are Always Watching by Stephanie Perkins. Yikes! I didn’t fall in love with the two main characters so that, combined with the darkness and goriness of the story, left this one feeling flat for me. Bears aren’t the only predators in these woods. Best friends Neena… 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. Then: And Now: I am also immeasurably grateful to be celebrated myself… Read More
Since I knew I’d be traveling this week and my boys LOVE a good cindo de mayo celebration, we had it the night before I left! I set up everything on the island in the kitchen. We enjoyed “walking tacos” and fixings, churro ice cream bowls and Ranch Water (for the adults, of course)! We… Read More
I am always looking for great appetizer recipes that can be made in advance and feed a crowd. I’ve had my eye on Beck’s Crackers in the Magnolia Table cookbook and finally checked them off the list. They were extremely easy and were a huge hit! (Pictured bottom left) Beck’s Crackers Source: Magnolia Table Our… Read More