For most of my life I've refused to make New Year's Resolutions. I'm not sure why. Perhaps it was a (pointless) rebellion of sorts where I acted out against the norm in a healthy(ish) way. I remember feeling clever talking with my friend's older brother when we were teenagers, if I make a resolution NOT to make a New Year's resolution is that still a resolution? I remember thinking he thought I … [Read more...]
After the disappointment of not getting a white Christmas like the forecast said, a small storm crept it's way in and gave us a thick, surprise dusting that sent the boys into an excited, noses-pressed-against-the-glass frenzy. Me as well! I was unprepared and Bug had mismatching gloves and Bear wore some socks from the hospital from his last surgery. It didn't matter, they ran around in circles … [Read more...]
This is a guest post from my dear daughter Madison. She just turned 12 in November. This was written Christmas Eve and then she read it to the family at lunch. What Christmas Is About... By Madison My opinion in what Christmas is about. Well I think that Christmas is about family coming together to celebrate the birth of Jesus!!!!! And spend time with each other and just hang out! Now … [Read more...]
Some years are better than others: some Christmases are full of amazing presents and others are full of amazing memories. I don't think presents make the holiday at all but it's always fun to get your child that perfect gift that makes them light up. This year, finances are pretty tight so it's gonna have to be all be about the memories. :) What memories are you making with your family this … [Read more...]
