This month my wife and I will be celebrating our eighth wedding anniversary. So much has happened over eight years and I wouldn't change a thing. She continues to be the pillar of our house. She keeps everything in line, including me. Before our kids came along, we actually had time to go out and … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
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Delicious Delivery
Ella was the top seller in her Girl Scout Troop. She sold over 300 boxes of Girl Scout cookies. I'm not sure if she gets a badge for that, but she should! As a parent you go all out to help your kids with their fundraiser and are happy to do it. That is until … Continue reading Delicious Delivery
Happy 6th Birthday, Ella
Sorry I am late. I was off yesterday and just now am getting around to writing ... It was 6 years ago yesterday that my first and only daughter was born. At that time, I remember the excitement and all of the unknowns. Six years later, she has blossomed into such an amazing little girl. … Continue reading Happy 6th Birthday, Ella
Book Recommendation – How The Penguins Saved Veronica
It seems that I am reading faster than I can write recommendations. I've read at least four books that I want to write about, and will get to them. I know some blogger friends write about 4 or 5 books in one post, but I'd rather do them one at a time. I appreciate your … Continue reading Book Recommendation – How The Penguins Saved Veronica
Christmas Eves Past
Grandpa, Grandma, and baby Keith *This is a reworking of a blog I originally wrote in 2018 For as long as I can remember, Christmas Eve was always spent with Grandma and Grandpa P. when we were kids. I don't necessarily know that there was any particular reason for this, I only know that from … Continue reading Christmas Eves Past
Work Hijinx From Twinkles
When my wife decided that we were going to do the Elf on the Shelf thing, I wondered just how difficult it would be. When you see those funny videos of a mom or dad shooting up in bed at 5am saying "The Elf!" and then running to move it, that is not a joke. … Continue reading Work Hijinx From Twinkles
Oh, Christmas Tree (2025)
*The majority of this blog was written in 2019 and has been updated with additional photos and stories. (2025) The kids were watching some Mickey Mouse holiday special on Disney+ recently. I cannot recall the name of the song, but some of the lyrics are a perfect lead in to this blog: "Every time I … Continue reading Oh, Christmas Tree (2025)
Friday Photo Flashback
Since this is the last Friday before Thanksgiving, I thought I would post a turkey themed photo. There used to be a store around town called The Christmas Tree Shop. It was such a cool store. It was the perfect place to shop for holiday themed items. They had some neat wall art, home items, … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Cue The Music …
It does not take long for my wife to get into the Christmas Spirit. Longtime readers of this blog know that she listens to Christmas music all year round. Once November is here, the season is "officially" underway according to her. I took advantage of a semi-warm day over the weekend and took down all … Continue reading Cue The Music …
What’s Been Going On
This past weekend was a busy one. Once again Ella had soccer. Watching these gals play is so fun. I'm not sure why they all want to be the goalie. At one point over half the team was in front of the goal. Ella had her back to the other team because she was chatting … Continue reading What’s Been Going On
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 