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!
Columbus … Not The One in Ohio.
In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue ... I'm not here to start anything. I understand that Columbus Day is frowned upon. Whether you are for it, or against it, it makes no difference to me. All my life it was Columbus Day. Columbus is kind of a big deal to Italians. I believe they … Continue reading Columbus … Not The One in Ohio.
Why I Want My Children to Be in Band
While scrolling Facebook this weekend, there were lots of pictures of high school Homecoming dances and football games. Hoco, as it is now called, was one of those events I always looked forward to! I loved marching in the parade and playing the halftime show. This morning a link to this article came up and … Continue reading Why I Want My Children to Be in Band
Seasonal Sayings
On my drive home from work this morning, I noticed more and more fall colors springing into view. I truly love this time of year. As we prepare to see the colors get brighter and more abundant, I thought it was a good time to share some of my favorite quotes about Fall/Autumn. Enjoy! Fall … Continue reading Seasonal Sayings
