I'm expecting the blog-police to show up and arrest me for neglect. I used to write on my blog almost daily.Yeah, it's been quiet around here. I've been a little preoccupied. Why do I have this lovely white stormtrooper helmet over here? I'll share why in a minute. For now... Ready for a few excuses? Our oldest daughter is graduating from … [Read more...]
My Amazing Moms – A Mother’s Day Tribute
My husband is a Hallmark-holiday-hater. He tries to convince me that he would have no problem remembering me throughout the year without commercial prodding. Yeah right.Mother's Day is still pretty special to me. What mama-heart doesn't melt over rubber pancakes and runny eggs in bed? My heart swells when I receive homemade cards and Popsicle stick … [Read more...]
A Kitchen Remodel. Need I say more?
For the past ten years I have fantasized about it, daydreamed about it and desperately desired it...a kitchen remodel.I've watched more women on HGTV receive kitchen overhauls than I can count. Each time I speak to them out loud, "Way to go Julia, LOVE your countertops!" "What are you thinking Cheryl? Argyle curtains don't work with stripes!" … [Read more...]
I don’t usually do this…
I rarely post twice in one day. Today is special. My mom would have turned 64 today. I put my heart to words for her last year and thought it fitting to re-post it this year on her birthday. I'll make sure to introduce you in Heaven. You're going to just LOVE her. Is there a day on your calendar that is marked by your heart? October 27th is that … [Read more...]
My Friend Changed Her Home Address
This is Debbie. She was my secret sister. You haven't met anyone on fire for the Lord like Debbie. In the few months we went to church together we enjoyed one another a lot. Whatever the social event, we would find each other. Both of us weren't what you'd call the quiet and gentle types. When she came over to swim this summer she made sure to … [Read more...]