I sit outside on the porch as a warm breeze blows through and twenty-two years disappear the sun shines bright, illuminating a golden afternoon, and there you are, carefully taking one step after another holding the hand of the one you adored and who cherished you right back she leads you to your birthday gift… Continue reading the swing
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Christmas Eve Light and Love
Twenty-two years ago Christmas Eve fell on a Sunday, just like this year. My baby girl was three months and three days old, and she was being baptized at the morning church service. Christmas Eves at our church then were quite full. The church couldn't be decorated until after service on the fourth Sunday of… Continue reading Christmas Eve Light and Love
The “M” Birthday
When Aub turned 3, I planned, with the help of my Joyful friend, a party with the theme of "Pink Pigs, Puppets, and Pizza." (I do love alliteration!) It was a lot of fun, as all of the parties were back then, and I even had her third birthday picture made in her favorite pink… Continue reading The “M” Birthday
Turns Out She Knows Best
Where has the time gone? Not even joking, y'all. My oldest called me the other day, and she's about to register for classes for next year. Her SENIOR year. Of college. WHAT ON EARTH? How did this happen? I mean, I know, time passes, but I very clearly recall every single emotion I felt the… Continue reading Turns Out She Knows Best
the petals on the ground
on this first day of spring I remember vividly another beautiful spring day walking beneath the towering cherry blossom trees dressed up in their pink finery so full that they blocked out most of the sky that was a brilliant blue with only a few of the fluffiest clouds I held the hand of the… Continue reading the petals on the ground
Sardines and Food Allergies
This past weekend I took our Princess up to my alma mater where her sister is also a student for their annual event, where alumnae are encouraged to bring young women of all ages to visit as prospective students. I enjoy it immensely as it has become something of a mini-reunion with fellow classmates, and… Continue reading Sardines and Food Allergies
A Sucker for Love
Way back when, when my oldest was quite a small girl, we often found ourselves over at my dear Joyful friend's house. She and her girls were our lifeline, our fun, and our safe place to land. They were my girl's sisters for that time and for life, and I am always thankful for them.… Continue reading A Sucker for Love
Or Maybe He’s Not Creepy…..
Today Aub and I were doing the Out and Abouts and wound up at the grocery store. It's very unusual for me to find myself there twice in a week, but sometimes it happens. We were just there Wednesday, but I didn't get enough of this and forgot to get that, so there we were.… Continue reading Or Maybe He’s Not Creepy…..
The Secret to Making Biscuits
One of my favorite memories from this past holiday season happened less than two weeks ago. On the day after New Year's my brother Bubba taught my oldest, Aub, how to make Maemae's biscuits. She even stood on a stool beside him, just like she used to with her Maemae. Bubba told us the story… Continue reading The Secret to Making Biscuits
“Scratch It, You’re Done”
Today the crew and I found ourselves doing an unexpected end of semester move for our college girl. It was a very good thing, and we rocked it. We moved her across campus less than 24 hours after she got word she could move, and it took us 2 hours from start to finish. Yeah,… Continue reading “Scratch It, You’re Done”
I Might Need A Nap 