Life Happens

10 Years Later

September 11, 2011 · 2 comments

10 years ago I was in the McDonald Elementary copy room using one of those enormous paper cutters when I heard that a plane had crashed into one of the World Trade Center Towers.  Honestly, I didn’t think much of it. It wasn’t until the radio station cut in to their programming. Then we tuned [...]

The Sicklies

September 7, 2011 · 2 comments

The girl is sick.  She’s one that doesn’t get a cold, sinus infection or suffer from allergies often.  Just an occasional ear infection and when it happens it hits her hard. Johnny’s allergies that crop up at the start of every school year are back.  Maybe he’s allergic to school? Brand has some sort of [...]

Laboring on Labor Day

September 5, 2011 · 1 comment

The first Monday in September is Labor Day.  A day of celebrating the economic and social contributions of workers that contribute to the well-being of our country.  Let’s not forget it’s the last day to fashionably wear white, or is that still in effect?   I won’t take my chances.  I’m celebrating just a smidge too.  [...]

Don’t Touch My Toes!

August 31, 2011 · 3 comments

When we were in Omaha, Paige had her first professional pedicure and manicure.  A dear friend, Rhonda treated the girls to couple of spa gifts.  She’s pretty awesome that way. I, however, sat that one out.  Don’t get me wrong, I love getting my nails done – every two weeks, but I can’t stand the [...]

Little Boy to Young Man

August 30, 2011

Living in small town USA has it’s benefits – we’re not quite Mayberry, but North Platte is certainly a great place to raise children.  With Johnny in 6th grade and going to school across town, as opposed to right across the street, I can’t help but feel like maybe it’s too big of a place [...]

So, I’m starting week three at the new job.  It’s seriously so fabulous.  Of course, it’s been an adjustment for the family.  My husband and kids are NOT morning people.  It’s a good thing that I am and I’m getting far more done in the mornings than I ever thought possible. Including working with web [...]

Brings a tear to your eye, doesn’t it? Happy 4th birthday, darling daughter.  Love you forever, for always and no matter what.