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...]
Nashville, I Think I LOVE You
Our home this week has been called by a different name...Nashville. The state of Tennessee has been home to us for the past six days. Two of our four children went with my husband and I to spy out the land. The Lord scattered a few bread crumbs out this way and we've done our best to follow His lead. Being born and bred Californians, we thought we … [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...]