On this day when we celebrate the American worker, it was fitting that my cousin took the first step of his career. Riley joined the United States Army and left for basic training today. I am just overcome with emotion and pride for his selfless and brave decision to serve our country. I’ve admired his… Read More
It’s Daddy-O’s birthday today and I’m sending well wishes from afar!! I so wish that we were spending the day with him doing one of his favorite things…. floating in the pool, riding hands up on a roller coaster, napping in the recliner (oh, what I wouldn’t give for a nap), dining on takeout from… Read More
When you wish upon a starMakes no difference who you are Anything your heart desiresWill come to you If your heart is in your dreamNo request is too extreme When you wish upon a starAs dreamers do Fate is kindShe brings to those who love The sweet fulfillment ofTheir secret longing Like a bolt out… Read More
At long last we were thrilled to attend Brad Paisley in concert, live and on stage :-) It was an exceptionally fun night after so long without hearing live music like this. We’ve been concert goers with our neighbors for a few years and picked right back up on our tradition – we picked up… Read More
We’re spread out along the East Coast from Philly to Myrtle Beach to Savannah today, but it doesn’t mean these three absolutely amazing dads aren’t on my mind today! To “Honey”, thank you for being our easy going, hard working, care giving, algebra and physics teaching rock. Whit and I hate not being with you… Read More
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. With the sparkling new pool in the backyard, that was all the inspiration… 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. I can hardly believe that we have reached the 10th anniversary of this tradition! It’s not elaborate or expensive, but it makes me happier, prouder and more excited than any of… Read More