Our youngest turned 2 yesterday. I know I'm supposed to think, Don't grow up! and How can he be two already? Honestly, though, I don't feel sad at all. Growing up just means that this adventurous soul who loves to tease, point out trucks, and give hugs can tell us more of what's … [Read more...]
The Choice that Changed My Life
I'd decided to never attend another church dance. I was 24 years old and essentially over it. If I never heard or did the YMCA again, it wouldn't be soon enough. I could do without the electric slide. And, while I liked rockin' to tunes in the privacy of my own home, it was … [Read more...]
Look Out 34, Here I Come!
I remember when my 10 year high school reunion arrived and I felt *gasp* older. Fifteen years just saw the light of day last year and it didn't even catch my radar. Four years ago, 30 seemed frightening. I see 35 ahead, but it doesn't bother me as much as I suspected it … [Read more...]
And Then She was 6!
Our Ella turns 6 today. In some ways she's still so little - still figuring out how to tie her shoes, ride without training wheels, and resist throwing a fit, but in other ways she's so big - walking to school with friends, reading chapter books with inflection, caring for her … [Read more...]
Where Did the Year Go? Kai’s 1st Birthday!
This guy turned 1 on Saturday! (thanks for the birthday onesie, Grandma Cathy!) We celebrated sweet Kai's big day with a backyard BBQ and family friends. I am so grateful for this bundle of energy, crawling enthusiastically after his siblings, getting into … [Read more...]
