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
We had such a FUN weekend here in Atlanta. Friday night we headed out with five other couples to dinner at Two Urban Licks! We did a tapas style diner and ordered multiples of most every appetizer and starter on the menu. Everything was delicious and I don’t hesitate to recommend it if you’re looking… Read More
It’s no secret that my love of Disney runs deep. It’s a home away from home for my family. Over the years I was able to turn a hobby into a career, and share my passion for Disney with literally hundreds of you in planning your family vacations. It’s a dream come true. Magic Kingdom… Read More
Yesterday we talked about growing up. So many of you have shared little pieces of yourselves in the comments, emails and via Instagram messages. Thank you. In the same vein, September 11 is another way my kids are growing up. I remember vividly the years when I intentionally didn’t turn on the tv or radio… Read More
Note: I wrote this post back in July and felt weird sharing then because it was still raw and I couldn’t get over my ridiculous feelings at the time. I do, however, like to share personal stories every now and then as long as they don’t intrude (too much) on my kids’ privacy (especially the… Read More
It’s Daddy-O’s birthday today!!! He’s been a hands-on always-there, fixture in my life… for my whole life. He’s celebrating with a trip to the Humane Society (for donations), lunch at Spanky’s, and cappuccinos and dinner with fabulous neighbors! While I hate that we never see him ON his birthday these days, we are all still… Read More
We spent our last weekend of summer with dear friends at their home on Lake Hartwell. Mornings started like this, on their quiet cove with a gorgeous view… Afternoons rotated between the tube, zup and skis… Our crazy captain Mr. Todd, as he’s been known to my kids for over a decade, tirelessly pulled the… Read More