In the book Write a Poem, Save a Life, the author had a section discussing synesthesia, which we are familiar with. Ella has often requested to be included on the blog and the podcast, so I interviewed her earlier this summer. When my youngest daughter was in first grade, she was singing a song one… Continue reading Thinking in a New Way
Seems like a lifetime ago and really, it was. My oldest daughter turns 18 tomorrow. Eighteen years ago this week, I was getting ready to have my first child. I was watching a movie a couple of weeks ago (OKAY IT WAS PRETTY IN PINK) and in it, Duckie was rewinding a tape deck in… Continue reading Eighteen Years Ago
As I am writing this, I am being interrupted by one of my favorite people in this world. Our dog, Buddy. I know he isn't "people" but to our family, he is. For many years, we were good without a dog; we had a fish, Lucy, that required no care other than the weekly… Continue reading Our Promise to Buddy
I recently migrated my blog and some of the pictures didn't make the move. So imagine pictures where captions are. Before I begin, head over to Brandi's website. She took most of these amazing pictures. And she is so adorable AND has amazing style. You will be able to tell the ones I took on… Continue reading It Was a Good Day
I recently migrated my blog and some of the pictures didn't make the move. So imagine pictures where captions are. This piece was originally published at Chicago Parent, where I am a contributor. Recently I was asked to bring an old lovie of mine or my child's to an event. I wasn't able to go… Continue reading Duck. A Love Story
Hello friends. Guess what? It's RAINING! Again... I guess swim lessons aren't happening today. And using the pool passes we paid way too much money for. That we have only used TWICE this summer. I got to spend the weekend in Ohio with my two girls to attend a surprise party for my brother. His birthday is… Continue reading How Not to Let Summer Beat the Stuffing Out of You
A Grace Full Life 