My whole family just got back from a week in Colorado. It had been way too long since we were all together. When I called the kids and asked them where they wanted to go on vacation this year, they…
Put Red Rocks on Your Bucket List
Fredericksburg When You’re Sassy
Dear Gentle Readers, oh wait. Do y’all still have season 3 of Bridgerton on the brain too? Let’s pause for reflection. Oh, my. Well, that whole topic is for another blog post! This post will be all about…
Cape May
Our daughter dreamed of going to college on the east coast for as long as I can remember. She talked about getting her passport when she was only four or five years old. As a parent, it was hard to…
Now What
Somehow we went from this: To This: in a blink of an eye! Savannah is an international affairs major at a college 1500 miles away on the east coast. She managed to pull out a 4.0 in the her…
The Story Behind The Picture
This picture has been circulating around the Internet for quite awhile. It went viral after it was posted on the International Down Syndrome Coalition’s Facebook page. It was part of a campaign to promote awareness of those with DS. It…
A Yellow Rose
I’ve gotten to the point in life that I am having to attend a lot of funerals. It’s not exactly something that I look forward to but in some unexpected ways, they’ve become a place of comfort. My earliest memory…
There’s a Reason It’s Called Comfort
When I was trying to decide where we could go for our 20th wedding anniversary getaway, the only requirement was that it should be quiet and relaxing. With a very busy house of 3 kids, it’s a luxury! In case you haven’t…
My Son
Ever since I went through all the pictures for my son’s 8th grade graduation ceremony, I’ve been filled with such melancholy. I will never forget when I took my son out in public by myself for the very first time….
Eternally Grateful for Sisterhood
“Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion.” –Truvy, Steel Magnolias “Pour yourself a drink, put on some lipstick and pull yourself together.” -Elizabeth Taylor One of my all time favorite movies is Steel Magnolias. I have probably seen it about…
My Big Hair: A Historical Perspective
I was born with naturally curly hair. I used to hate it when I was growing up. I finally appreciated it by the time I reached high school. I was looking through some old photos while I was cleaning out…
The Long and Winding Road
I took a trip down the “Long and Winding Road” near my hometown in East Texas this past weekend. I haven’t been down this road in a very long time. It is about 3 miles long and full of twists…
A Peachy Sunday
Every year our family goes peach picking. There is just nothing like eating a peach right off the tree. The best tasting ones are the juiciest. The juice rolls down your arm in a wonderfully sticky mess! Ah, summertime. In…
Motherhood Isn’t Always Black and White
Today is an extra special Mother’s Day. It is also our twin’s 7th Birthday. I never dreamed that I would ever be the mother of 3 children, especially twins. After experiencing the picture perfect pregnancy and delivery with our son;…
The Elegance of the Eilan Hotel
If you are in need to transport yourself to Europe without having to purchase a ticket, then the new Eilan Hotel is the place for you. I was not prepared for the sight of this new development as I rounded…
Secrets for a Pretty Happy Marriage
This year the hubby and I will be married 18 years. I can’t believe it. The fact that time has flown by so quickly or that we have somehow managed to cruise along with some pretty big bumps in the…
What I Ate in NYC
Where do you eat in New York City with only about 48 hours to explore the largest culinary destination in the US? Well, you get a little help from a friend! Karen served as our tour guide and met my…
Johnson City Market Days
When my dear, old friend Cheryl asked me if I wanted to go to Johnson City Market Days this past weekend, I said, “heck, ya!” She was in town for work having traveled all over Central Texas at her bank’s…
These Are a Few of My Favorite Things
In my best Julie Andrew’s voice, I would like to let you know about some of my favorite things I’ve been using lately or stumbled upon at some reasonable prices! You can be sassy and love a bargain at…
Make it a Ritual
When you grow up in a small town, you have reasons to visit other small towns. In East Texas, it’s usually because someone’s cousin lives there; you have to go check on the cows; it’s your job to maintain the…
