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
Tag: Sharing the Joy
Christmas Cheer
Tonight I'm thankful for barefooted little boys feeling well enough to run around outside on a day that has blue skies and sunshine. I'm thankful for little girls who are growing up but still hug dolls and cry over sweet stories. I give thanks for big girls who love dolls and listening to the radio… Continue reading Christmas Cheer
Lying in Wait
Today I was out on a mission of madness and magic trying to find, hoping against hope, that something I didn't get at the GW Boutique last night was still there. Actually a couple of things. Thought about them overnight and realized they were all good choices. One was a Target return bamboo throw in… Continue reading Lying in Wait
Another Trip to the Grocery Store
So today was St. Nicholas' Day. And as we are learning about holiday traditions from around the world, we read about St. Nicholas and (a day late--didn't have necessary items in hand last night--ahem) tonight we are putting our shoes out in case St. Nicholas might do a return trip and swing back through here… Continue reading Another Trip to the Grocery Store
Best Advice for Graduates…..and everyone else
I've listened to a lot of graduation addresses. I've even given one once many moons ago. Last year I contemplated how different that would have been if I were to write it now. But now, now I have heard very possibly the best advice ever given in one of these speeches. For graduates. For all… Continue reading Best Advice for Graduates…..and everyone else
The One Gift I Will Miss Giving This Year
Over the years my Christmas gift preparation list has changed. That is to be expected, right? Children are born, they get older, people move away, and so on. Some can no longer have the sweets or would rather have a book than a sweater. After my great-aunt who sent us a Whitman's sampler every year… Continue reading The One Gift I Will Miss Giving This Year
I Might Need A Nap 