Somehow, January was both painstakingly slow (mostly at work) and all too fast. Isn’t that how time usually feels? January was an overall good month, and I feel so grateful for that. Let’s recap! Time with Extended Family Grandma’s Birthday: We rang in the New Year in the desert with my parents, sisters, and Grandma, … Continue reading January 2026 Recap
3 Things I am Embracing in 2026
I like the clean slate that comes with a new year. I enjoy reflecting on the past year in terms of what worked and didn’t, what I would like more of or less of. I like looking ahead to what the new year could bring, but keeping in mind I didn’t magically become a new … Continue reading 3 Things I am Embracing in 2026
13 Years of Marriage
Yesterday, my husband and I celebrated 13 years of marriage and 16 years of life together. We began dating in college and got married on our anniversary in my hometown area the summer after we graduated. It was nearly 120 degrees. My legs were sweating in my wedding dress, and our wedding pictures include us … Continue reading 13 Years of Marriage
‘Twas the Night Before 2nd, 3rd & 4th Grade
The kids go back to school tomorrow! I find it a little hard to believe that I have a 2nd, 3rd & 4th grader now. We just wrapped up a quick house tidy as a family. Mac and Car put away clean clothes, picked up dirty clothes, and helped put away toys. CC picked up … Continue reading ‘Twas the Night Before 2nd, 3rd & 4th Grade