Parenting

  • What’s For Dinner?

    I absolutely hate this question. It always comes when I’m in the middle of something else, or when I’ve lost track of time and it is now past dinner time. I got lucky today. Not only did no one ask… Continue reading

    What’s For Dinner?
  • Birthday Dinners

    We have a tradition in our house – the birthday person gets to choose what the family is having for dinner on their birthday. Whatever it is, within reason, is made. It gives the birthday person a chance to feel… Continue reading

    Birthday Dinners
  • What Is a Girl To Do?

    Monday, I went to lunch with a friend. We went to the same place we usually go. I had the same meal I usually have when I’m there. Nothing out of the ordinary happened. We had great conversation, made plans… Continue reading

    What Is a Girl To Do?
  • Curious Minds Want to Know

    Advent calendars help us not only keep track of the passing days but maintain our focus on the joyous day that is Christmas. We usually do the cheap ones with chocolate for the kids. Really, it is just part of… Continue reading

  • Memories over Material Possessions

    I haven’t written anything in a few days. It was a busy weekend for me, and I took the time to just enjoy my experiences. Game night My friend invited me over for a game night. It was supposed to… Continue reading

    Memories over Material Possessions
  • Parenting Your Parents

    For many of us, a time comes when we are now the ones who need to parent our parents. Some are lucky and have people to share that burden with. Some are only children, and have always know they alone… Continue reading