Jun 12, 2015 | Thoughts on Life
Tomorrow is my official birthday. And while I’m looking forward to the celebration, 28 sounds really, how shall I say, mature to me. 27 I was still young, still close enough to the college years to feel like it was within reach. 28 means I’m creeping up...
Feb 18, 2015 | Maternity, Motherhood, Thoughts on Life
When we found out we were expecting Cora, we thought it would be fun to keep the gender a secret. It kept our family on their toes, we got lots of gender neutral gear, and then when it turned out she was a girl we were blessed all over again when our loved ones...
Jan 28, 2015 | Marriage, Thoughts on Life
Now that we’re solidly in to the 21st Century, you would think that it wouldn’t throw people for as big of a loop when they discover I have a hyphenated name. I know several friends who hyphenate their last name as well, too, so it’s not as though...
Jan 12, 2015 | Family, Motherhood, Thoughts on Life
{Photo Credit: Elizabeth Andrade} Dear Cora, Tomorrow is your official day of birth, but for you the party has already begun. We started by celebrating yesterday with friends and family, and today you have a special snack time at school dedicated just to you. When...
Dec 31, 2014 | Motherhood, Thoughts on Life
This post would probably be most appropriately titled: “Why I Don’t Miss Partying Period”, but since it’s New Year’s Eve we’ll discuss that particular party. Just know that this pretty much applies for my entire life, not just one...
Dec 15, 2014 | Guest Blogs, Thoughts on Life
Today’s post is written by my sister, Kelsey. She’s only eighteen months younger than I am, but I think you’ll see she is wise beyond her years. She’s recently decided to make a very personal, private decision, but I asked her to write about it...
