I can't believe that I forgot to post yesterday. I had the window open, but then got distracted helping Noah with his homework and then playing a very intense game of Monkey in the Middle. I'll give myself some credit for making it 25 straight days. That is impressive in and of itself as I … Continue reading So Close
Nablopomo
What If Money Did Not Matter
I sat down this morning to grade papers and write a pithy post about the amazing dinner I had last night (the red wine reduction sauce was TO DIE FOR--I could have just had a bowl if it). But then I read Kelly's post and it really got me thinking. One thing I thought was … Continue reading What If Money Did Not Matter
Something Nice
So today, I did something nice. Not just for me but for my MIL. For my birthday, I asked for a gift certificate to my favorite local spa and I wondered if my MIL had ever had a pedicure. This came up because maybe she asked Bill what I like to do at the spa, … Continue reading Something Nice
Dear Santa
We do not shop on Black Friday. There is something very off putting about the over the top consumption perpetuated by Black Friday that exemplifies some of the deep-rooted ways that big companies manipulate us to think we need things we don't. On a related note-the kids make their Christmas lists today. The kids want … Continue reading Dear Santa
It Is Over
Two turkeys Two types of stuffing Two types of mashed potatoes Sweet potatoes Salad Two type of cranberry sauce Gray Two pumpkin pies Beer and wine 1 apple pie 1 cherry pie 1 cranberry walnut pie Fresh whipped cream Frozen yogurt 9 family members coming together to share a meal. Awesome, loud, crazy. Happy Thanksgiving! … Continue reading It Is Over
Embracing Imperfection 