Family, Humor, Travel

I “Found Myself” in Florida

For spring break this year, we got to get the hell out of dodge and go to Destin Florida. I honestly don't know how exactly we landed on Destin. I do know that our oldest daughter didn't want to go anywhere "lame" which leaves a lot for interpretation because me being the travel nerd that… Continue reading I “Found Myself” in Florida

Blogging, Humor, Music

My List of Top 10 Rock Band Names If I Were to Ever Start a Rock Band

For the past few years, whenever I’ve come across an unusual phrase—something odd, oddly beautiful, or just oddly specific—I’ve found myself saying, “That would make an excellent band name.” And now? I’ve finally collected enough to share a list. I think my work here is done. See you next week! WE'RE GOING TO ROCK YOUR… Continue reading My List of Top 10 Rock Band Names If I Were to Ever Start a Rock Band

Blogging, Humor, John Hughes, Menopause, Nonsense, Tater Tots

Titles Don’t Come Easy, You Know

I'm afraid I'm nearing the end of this blog. Perhaps it is God gently telling me that it is time, Kari. Not THAT time! Time to stop blogging! I sat at my computer for 10 minutes trying to think of a title for this blog post, and that's the best I could come up with. Sure,… Continue reading Titles Don’t Come Easy, You Know

Childhood, Humor, Life

Dear Diary, Why Was I So Pathetic?

While I was cleaning my basement a few weeks ago, I made a discovery. My high school diary. If you ever want to see how much you’ve evolved, try reading anything you wrote before the age of 17. Fair warning: it can be a wild ride for your self-esteem. I should mention I’ve been feeling… Continue reading Dear Diary, Why Was I So Pathetic?

Chicago, Family, Travel

Our Girls Finally Got to See Bears

  Recently, we had the chance to go to Soldier Field in Chicago for a cool event called Family Fest, where families can experience the Chicago Bears for a fraction of what an actual game costs. It is very family friendly, with lots of fun things for kids to do. Except there is beer.Lots of… Continue reading Our Girls Finally Got to See Bears

Family, Humor, Travel

Return to Snake Island-Cedar Point 2015

  Last week, we got to go on a little family getaway to Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio. A few years ago, we met up with my brother and his family there, and this year, we decided to do it again — this time also meeting up with our dear friend Vikki and her family.… Continue reading Return to Snake Island-Cedar Point 2015