Also bifocals. And cheese. As I write this, I've had one of the shittiest weeks on record. When that happens, instead of doing things I should do, I do things that comfort my soul. And no, it’s not as Oprah book-clubby as it sounds. It just means doing things that make me feel less shitty—like… Continue reading Comfortable Pants are Why I’m Not a Supermodel
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I Cheated on Peanut Butter with Joanna Gaines
We have lived in our home for over 11 years now, moving into it in July 2005. When we first moved in, our walls were builder-grade white walls, never painted. The walls were chalky, rough and just white. So the following spring after moving in, we decided to paint… Continue reading I Cheated on Peanut Butter with Joanna Gaines
In Ten Years
So, a few things have happened since my husband and I married on May 27, 2006. We have witnessed a loved one beat cancer. But we lost a wonderful grandmother. Then we got two equally amazing new humans. We watched as family members relocated far away. But then we got two members back, and we're… Continue reading In Ten Years
Writing Challenge #8- The Night of My 21st Birthday
So I completely failed this month's writing challenges. There was far too much pressure. But I persevered with a couple of writing challenges because I felt compelled to document them. One of them is the night of my 21st birthday. My 21st birthday was going to be unforgettable. I wasn't going to parties or hanging… Continue reading Writing Challenge #8- The Night of My 21st Birthday
This Lego Party Was Over Before it Began
I like writing for Netflix for many reasons: The posts pretty much write themselves because I love Netflix. I watch Netflix daily, as do my children, and I am very transparent in what I write about, so it is truly a good fit. It is a company I am proud to say I am in… Continue reading This Lego Party Was Over Before it Began
How I’m Making Winter My Bitch
Last winter, I had a tough go of it. In fairness to myself, when I was not in pain, I was making flavorless Rice Krispie treats. So really, I was not giving myself a head start. There were some high points, though. I had a cozy green chair I could not get out of, and… Continue reading How I’m Making Winter My Bitch