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Archive for February, 2011
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A day in the life
A couple of people have asked me lately about what I do and how I do it. Per some requests, I’ve decided to do a day in my life post.
The alarm clock goes off at 5:30 a.m. Usually we …
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Love from the kiddos
At 6 a.m. today, I was standing in my backyard in my snow boots and pajamas so my dog could take care of his business. Last night a snowstorm moved in, and it is continuing this morning. With high winds …
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A visit with an old friend
Yesterday I had a visit with an old friend. She probably wouldn’t be thrilled for me to call her old, but seeing as how only a few months separate our age, I think she’ll understand. We’ve known each other since …
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Dealing with stranger anxiety
We navigated stranger anxiety pretty well thus far. My daughter is almost 17 months old, and she’s handled herself relatively well with new people until this past weekend. We left her in the nursery at church, which wasn’t new to …
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Marriage tips
Valentine’s Day, writing my love story last week and a few recent conversations with friends have me thinking about relationships. Chris and I have learned quite a few things through our marriage that has made it even stronger. Here are …
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Figuring out my net worth
This afternoon we go to see our accountant. We’re doing our 2010 taxes. I spent yesterday afternoon organizing a few papers to take with us. As a small business owner, I’m responsible to track my own income and pay taxes …
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When the world fades away
We have moments in life in which the world fades away and all that matters for a moment is our little bubble. Sometimes these times are difficult moments. And sometimes they are euphoric ones.
I’ve had these moments with my …
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My love story
Marriage. It can evoke a number of feelings and sentiments in folks depending on their experience. This being the time of year that people think about their relationships (aka, Valentine’s day), I suppose I am with them. Marriage to me …
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My winter cacoon
Winter is dragging on again this year. Last winter was difficult. I was at home a lot. I had a tiny baby who didn’t need to be out in the cold more than necessary. I was pumping milk for her. …