The Heart of the Matter

Andrew and I were up extra early this morning. We had to make the hour trek south so that he could get his echocardiogram. His sleep doctor wanted to be sure that his heart was ok. Obstructive Sleep Apnea can cause big heart problems, and since his apnea is severe, she wanted him checked out. … Continue reading The Heart of the Matter →

Pictures Perfect

I'm not sure I'd ever have what it takes to be a photographer. Oh sure, many people comment on the pictures I take with my phone and post on Facebook, but they are far from professional. There is a local photographer close by that has never disappointed us with her photos. She took Ella's First … Continue reading Pictures Perfect →

Zoo Boo ’22

Yesterday was the perfect fall day, although chilly. We have a membership to the Children's Zoo and knew that around Halloween they did Zoo Boo. Originally, we had planned to take the kids up one weekend. However, with all that's gone on in the past week, and with the colder temperatures, Sam suggested just taking … Continue reading Zoo Boo ’22 →

Brief Update

If I am being honest with you, I had to really think for a minute to remember what day it was today. The past few week has been a blur with everything going on. So I wanted to give a brief update. Andrew is doing well after his surgery. I would venture to say that … Continue reading Brief Update →

October 15 is National Grouch Day

Today just might be my day! According to the National Day Calendar: National Grouch Day on October 15th sends out notices to all the grouches of the world to be their truest grouch. If you are a grouch, today is your special day. According to Sesame Street Magazine, the day celebrates all grouches and their … Continue reading October 15 is National Grouch Day →

Waiting on the Beginning

I thought I would not have to write this blog for some time, but life turns on a dime. Our family is hurting deeply right now. As I write this, my 10 year old sister-in-law, Grace, is in her final hours of life. She entered Hospice care about 3 weeks ago. Originally, everyone thought we … Continue reading Waiting on the Beginning →

Friday Photo Flashback

Here is another installment of the Friday Photo Flashback. This feature started with a writing prompt that asked to find a picture and write about it and the feelings it brought about. This week I only have to go back a year or so. As I have been watching the leaves change color, I was … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback →

Under the Knife

Andrew had his surgery today. You may remember his sleep study showed severe sleep apnea. A diagnosis of laryngomalacia was given and today the surgery was to correct that. Going in we knew that there would be at least one surgery for sure and a list of possible others. The possibles would be assessed after … Continue reading Under the Knife →

Angela Lansbury – Please Murder Me

The very talented Angela Lansbury has passed away just days shy of her 97th birthday. She will forever be remembered for her role as Jessica Fletcher in Murder, She Wrote. She was also in Bedknobs and Broomsticks, Blue Hawaii, Gaslight, Death on the Nile, Beauty and the Beast, and so many other roles. I stumbled … Continue reading Angela Lansbury – Please Murder Me →

Happy First Birthday, Andrew!

It is truly hard to believe that Andrew turned 1 today! It seems like just yesterday we were bringing him home from the hospital. Yet here we are one year later. A lot has transpired in 365 days. For new followers to the blog, you can relive all the excitement of his delivery and birthday … Continue reading Happy First Birthday, Andrew! →