Tomorrow morning we say goodbye to my family in Michigan and begin the 20-hour drive home. Our time went by fast and I’m already emotional about leaving, but I’m trying to remember what my likes to say: “Receive what you’re given and don’t always want more.” I really shouldn’t complain. My mom has plans to come to our house in… Read more →
Month: December 2011
Merry Christmas!
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 →