Our first visit to New York City was right around this time of year, way back in 2008. Yeah, I already had a blog back then. And yeah, I already wrote about the trip. But what I didn’t anticipate back in 2008 was what a lasting impact the city would have on me after just…
I’m sure all first-time parents do this to some extent. We have these expectations, and these rules, and this big list of nevers. When I’m a mom, I’ll never say this. When I’m a dad, I’ll never do that. When I’m a parent, I’ll be the best. I did it. A lot. I’d look at…
Oh Gadoo. You poor old sap. You really had the life didn’t you? You had a blonde, funny BFF who loved you and snuggled you and fed you and generally enjoyed your company. As her belly grew larger and larger, you had no idea what was in store. You thought that protruding pillow was for…
As kids, our parents always encouraged us to be active and try new things. They really had no money to speak of, but they always found a way to pay for 5 kids and all our extra curricular activities, lessons, uniforms, you name it. They never let the money factor be an excuse. My sister…
Almost 8 years ago (!) – back in March of 2006, before Paul and I got married, we really wanted a cat. OK, I really wanted a cat. Paul was kind enough to play along. We were on the lookout for an orange tabby, because obviously they are the cutest. But because they’re the cutest,…
Once upon a time, music was one of the most important things in my life. I guess that has sort of fallen to the wayside now. When you casually ask your little sister “So… what are the cool songs now?” you are officially old. Groooan. But not so long ago, I swear I was super…
When I was 14 years old, the only thing I wanted in the whole wide world was a pair of black 8-eye Dr. Marten boots. With most other clothes and shoes at the time, I was perfectly satisfied with a knock-off brand. But these Docs had to be the real deal. That AirWair tag hanging…
Um, is summer flying by for anyone else? Because I’m having a hard time believing that we’re headed into the second week of July. (!!) It’s been a busy summer for sure. Lots of visitors and activities. But I can’t help but long for the more carefree, easy flowing summer days. I’m here on a…