My guiding words for 2014 was ‘Be Present’. I wanted to create a slower life and to fully appreciate my life, my family and my friends. This will continue to be an ongoing journey for someone like me, who for the past 20 years, has been on the go non-stop, creating careers and feeling the… Read More >>
I grew up in a small, country town with a high school graduating class of about 110 people. I knew there were bigger and better things outside this rural place I once called home. In my adventures to independence, all the things unexpected became a part of my experience in finding peace. And one of… Read More >>
2013 brought a lot of change, and in some cases, not enough change. Reflecting back on the year has inspired me with guiding words that will help me create a simple life, and be present. Kirsten and I took a trip to WPPI in Las Vegas late February. It was an enormous amount of fun… Read More >>
Two weeks ago Cory and I celebrated our Happy 7th Anniversary. I’m not sure I’ve ever posted much in the way of our wedding photos (too long ago) but every anniversary, I dig out our photos and I love them all over again. I sometimes hear about people who are disappointed in their wedding photos,… Read More >>
I met up with Racheal last week to go over some wedding planning details, but mostly just to chat and share some wine and food. Her and Rochan have been in full swing wedding planning mode and it was a much needed time-off from the planning chaos. I’m so glad she was able to spend… Read More >>
Happy 5 year Anniversary to Cory and I. Time does really fly, and I’m thankful each day for his love, and devotion. In previous years, we would go out to a nice restaurant, but this year, a nice quiet dinner at home with a bottle of wine and a movie will be a pleasant way… Read More >>
Happy Valentines Day 2011, and to another year with my hubby. I love growing old with this man, and he always surprises me with the biggest gifts. Cory had this huge box sitting in our downstairs bedroom for the last few weeks. I didn’t pay it any attention as I just assumed it was work… Read More >>
As Cory and I go for walks during the fall season, one of my favorite pastimes is stomping the leaves as we walk. I actually find myself hogging the leaves, and running to beat Cory to the stomp. It makes me feel like a kid all over again. Brain Bliss activation Being a… Read More >>
Every year, my family and I come together to celebrate Father’s Day. As my parents get older, we try to spend as much time with them as we can. This weekend, we did a camping picnic, and BBQ’d hamburgers and ate tons of food. As you know me, I love the outdoors, and it was… Read More >>
Aruba – No Farting Sign: Was amusing! It certainly made our day as we toured through the island. I apologize for the blurriness, but I was running out of the store where we stopped on the eastern side of Aruba and my eyes caught this sign. I couldn’t stop laughing!This store was the only stop… Read More >>
