Even though today included more than a few temper tantrums from our non-napping child, Christmas was also filled with: early morning presents, violins at church, quiche and toast at 2pm, more presents, a brilliant sunset at the beach and s’mores around a bonfire, homemade chicken noodle soup, kids in new pajamas after bath time, the nativity story, conversation by the… Read more →
Contentment
Kids live mostly in the moment. But I don’t. I spend plenty of time dwelling on the past and wondering about the future. Ever since my dad passed away in 2009, Adam and I have wanted to move from Florida to Michigan where my family lives, but with the difficult job and housing market, we haven’t had the chance. And… Read more →
Big Plans
Tomorrow morning I plan to get on a plane and fly from Florida to Michigan with a three year old, a one year old, a 31-weeks-pregnant belly, and a big bag of “please let my kids be calm and entertained through the flight” junk. Because Adam has to work until just before Christmas, he’ll be joining us in a week… Read more →