For 8 years and counting, we kick-off winter break with a bang and an adventure. While on the hunt for Christmas Lights, we find so much more than just holiday spirit.
Our 8th Annual Christmas Light Hunt & Winter Break Kick-Off Adventure
Parenting Fail (Question Mark?)
My husband and I were running the dogs' post dinner last night when my husband started shining his bright-ass flashlight into our 10yr olds room. Back and forth, quickly, and annoyingly until we saw said child get off her bed and open her bedroom door that opens to the outdoor deck. 10yrold: I HAVE SOMETHING... Continue Reading →
First day of school. First day of fresh, new, blank slates.
Both girls are attending new schools this year. B is now in Middle School while E was transferred to a new school that is better suited to her needs. And I am a nervous wreck sitting here at home. I vacillate between holding my breath and opening random apps on my phone to keep my... Continue Reading →
Living List #1: The Polar Plunge – Done
On the eve of the 2022 Polar Plunge, the eve of completing the first experience on my living - I was 100% excited, nervous, and unsure. This moment was 100% scary, thrilling, and liberating. And surprisingly, it wasn't at all like I had envisioned the accomplishment would feel like. Read more to see how wrong I was.
1st week back at school went spectacularly well
Our girls went back to school 691 days after the pandemic began in our area. I procrastinated re-registering them and I may or may not be waiting for the other shoe to drop. But dammit - 1 week in and the smiles are just beginning.
Finding Anchors in the Storm 