When all of my kids entered elementary school, I thought that I would have this huge amount of time on my hands. What I have since discovered, is that I have never been busier in my entire life. My calendar…
Ready,Set, Holiday Ole’
It is almost time for the 2012 Holiday Ole’ Market. It starts on Wednesday, October 24th with a ticketed preview party and runs until Saturday, October 27th with general admission shopping. It is the Junior League of San Antonio’s biggest…
Sassy Mortgage Rates
The Sassy Mortgage Loan Officer Circa 1997 I loved that lime green suit but the big hair, not so much! Interest rates on mortgage loans continue to be low, real low. How do I know this? Well, my…
2012 Siclovia-Fun for Everyone
Siclovia is almost here! What is Siclovia? It is a FREE event. It turns some of San Antonio’s major city streets into a place to exercise and play. Your family can enjoy a 4 -mile area that is car free…
2012 Buddy Walk-South Texas Style
I first became associated with the Down Syndrome Association of South Texas (formerly called the Down Syndrome Association of San Antonio) when I received confirmation that one of my twin daughters would be born with Trisomy 21, more commonly known…
Laundry Doesn’t Have to Be Boring!
I am having a long overdue date with the laundry today. I hope he takes me for a quick spin while being both gentle and delicate. And maybe if I’m lucky, a little permanent press! May your laundry dreams come…
This Golden Ring
Over a year ago, I lost my wedding ring. It was about the same time that we brought a new puppy home. I had the strange suspicion that Sofie had carried off the ring in her mouth and took it…
San Antonio Home and Garden Show
With Fall fast approaching it means cooler weather and lots of football! In San Antonio, it also means that the 26th Annual Home and Garden Show is right around the corner. Beginning Friday, September 28th through Sunday, September 30th, the…
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…
Eternally Grateful Journal
As I was driving to my hometown of Kilgore, Texas to help make funeral arrangements for our Mother’s funeral, a sense of calm came over me. I don’t know if it was because I knew what to expect since this…
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…
A General Store to Remember
If you have been a Livin’ Sassy reader for very long, then you know how much I love to bring you places and events that are slightly off the beaten path. Family time doesn’t always have to involve the megamall…
