Today is my birthday. If you know me well, you know that I LOVE BIRTHDAYS. Like...I really, really love them. As a matter of fact, in my vocabulary, I will often talk about BIRTHDAY WEEK. Yes. This is a real event. My sweet hubby begs to differ that this is a legit thing, but after being ...
Fun Friday Favorites….BLT Dip recipe, fashion, and Valentine’s Day
Hello friends, Before I begin this post, I know our hearts are so heavy with the tragedy that took place in our nation. My prayers are with the families and community of Parkland, Florida. I pray for God to help the families, the community and our nation and I pray God will protect our children, the ...
Fun Friday Favorites: Kittens, fashion, and family
Greetings my dear leprechaun-o friends! I hope you are sporting some manner of green to ward off the pinchers today. :) I've chosen to start celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a bowl of Lucky Charms. I know. Party animal. We've had a wonderful spring break. It's been a nice week off from school and having no ...
It’s Valentine’s Month…start this idea TODAY!
Yippee! It's February!! A new month! And just a little closer to spring! I wanted to share something easy that you may want to do in February. We know it's Heart Month...Valentine's Day is approaching. First up. This. Give praises to your kids and spouse by writing them on paper hearts! Listen. It's February 1st. You've got time ...
Merry Christmas!
Like most everyone, we've been busy around here. Amidst the making Oreo Balls (which did not turn out well this year) (I'm blaming the red frosting in the Oreo cookies), frosting the delicious sugar cookies, wrapping presents, attending Christmas parties, and telling myself to BACK AWAY FROM THE COOKIES, we've had a lot of Christmas ...
Fun Friday Favorites: Yummy Christmas recipes
You guys. I can't believe in one week it will be Christmas. ONE WEEK. I repeat...ONE WEEK. Eeeeeekk! I have a lot of wrapping to do! The boys were down and out with the flu bug this week, so not one ounce of baking was done. But we did watch our fair share of Christmas movies. ...
Elfie & Peppermint Patty
Back in 2010, we were given the Elf on the Shelf book with the elf in the box. I was skeptical. Not thrilled, even though it was a gift from my bestie. But I was raised with manners, so I politely thanked Francy and accepted this Christmas gift. This meant work for me and I ...
Giving thanks at Thanksgiving and always
Well, hello dear readers! It has been too long! And tomorrow is Thanksgiving! Bring on the green bean casserole, mashed potatoes & gravy, appetizers, pie, and rolls. Oh, and the turkey. (Can you tell I love me some carbs??!!!) Many things have been consuming me, with writing my book proposal at the very top of the ...
Weekend Recap: Deer hunting and Charlie Brown’s new movie
We had another busy weekend with both of the boys having basketball games, looking for some new living room furniture, meetings, and that's just a few of the things that were on the Patterson calendar. YIKES! I feel the need to share some news. I heart Charlie Brown. No, I haven't always loved him, but the ...
It’s been a little quiet on here
Hello? Hello? Is anyone there? Ah, yes. Thankfully, you are, dear friend. You, my friend, are SOLID. We are SOLID FRIENDS. No fair weather friendship here. Thank you. It's been quiet on here, but I can explain. First. Let me begin by sharing what we've been up to lately. Last Friday, I helped with Maxim's party at school. ...