Hello. I'm Laura. It's me, I'm the blogger responsible for all the writing, photography and all the sassiness of Livin' Sassy. I hope you stay awhile.
  • Evolving into Sassy

    The Livin’ Sassy Club hosted its very first meeting last week. In case you don’t know what that means, it is basically just an excuse to get out of the house so I won’t have to look at the laundry.… Read the Post

    Evolving into Sassy
  • Golfing in the Hill Country

    When  I was growing up, our family spent time together sailing on Lake Tyler. And then when our daddy bought a little airplane, we spent weekends out at the airport. We affectionately referred to it as, “the Kilgore International Airport.”… Read the Post

    Golfing in the Hill Country
  • 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… Read the Post

    Make it a Ritual
  • Love and Head Shots

    Well,  I’m Back! Did y’all miss me? I sure did miss you! I was hunkered down in an undisclosed location for what seemed like an eternity! I had a goal and I reached it. I will tell you more about… Read the Post

    Love and Head Shots
  • The Little Church

    Last Sunday morning, I made the long drive home from East Texas. I was all by myself and had hours to ponder life, soak in the beautiful scenery from my childhood and pray. There was so much to pray about.… Read the Post

    The Little Church
  • Through Our Mother’s Eyes

    Last Wednesday afternoon, I got a call from my brother John.  I had accidentally left my cell phone on vibrate from a meeting earlier in the day. He had already hung up by the time I answered it. I finished… Read the Post

    Through Our Mother’s Eyes
  • The Music City Texas Theater

    The first time I heard Jackson Browne’s voice was along the back roads of East Texas. My sister Liz was determined to expose her younger siblings to a variety of music. I immediately became enchanted by his distinct voice and… Read the Post

    The Music City Texas Theater
  • What’s Old is New at Hotel Emma

    For the past twenty three years, I have booked a room for my husband’s birthday. I try to keep it a surprise until it is time to pack our bags. Of course, I think it adds to the excitement and… Read the Post

    What’s Old is New at Hotel Emma



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I'm Laura. I've been blogging, writing and taking pictures for over a decade. My first career was in mortgage banking. It seems like a million years ago. Join me for advice and musings of a midlife, sorta empty-nester who refuses to take herself too seriously. Stay Sassy Y'all Learn More...

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