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Ten Years
Ten years ago today, I married my best friend. I did not think that it would be possible to love him more than I did on our wedding day, but I do. He has been my rock and my touchstone. … Continue reading
Tapping the Mic: Is This Thing On?
Is this thing on? Taps the mic a few times. Oh no, I have just gotten the evil eye from my technical director. Tapping the mic is a no-no. In all seriousness, I have the utmost respect for the technical … Continue reading
Sleeping beauty
I read this post by Deborah of Truthful Mommy, and it really struck a chord with me. I was watching my sweet Munch sleep the other night. She looked at the same time like the baby I nursed to sleep … Continue reading
How (Not) To Celebrate A 21st Birthday
I had just returned from a semester abroad in Spain. I was finally getting acclimated again to college life in the States. I threw myself back into campus life and became involved in several extracurricular activities. As my mom will … Continue reading
All You Need Is Love
A’Driane, I am so delighted for you and Bert as you embark on the amazing journey of marriage. On your wedding day, my husband and I will celebrate 9 years and 10 months. I wish for you a solid foundation of … Continue reading
Sisters
The youngest is sitting in her big sister’s lap. Their dirty blonde and strawberry blonde curls mix together in one mass of curls. They look so sweet and loving. I freeze this moment in my mind. A few moments later … Continue reading
Gun violence: a Hunter’s Perspective
As many of my faithful readers know, I hail from the lovely state of Wisconsin, home to brats, beer, cheese, and the Packers. Wisconsin also has a long and storied history of fishing and hunting. I come from a long … Continue reading
Faith through the eyes of a child
My five year old daughter has a better understanding of faith than I do after seventeen years of Catholic school. Yes, I was in Catholic schools from kindergarten through college. Two weeks ago during the Mass homily, she piped up with “Don’t … Continue reading
Being thankful
I’m linking up with Just Be Enough today to come back from a writing hiatus. I’ve wanted to write so badly, but my job and life got so hectic. I’m grateful for my wonderful husband. We’ve been together for twelve … Continue reading
Five years – the day I became a mom
My sweet Munch, I cannot believe that you’ll be five years old. It seems like just yesterday that you were placed into my arms. Your daddy and I had no idea what we were getting ourselves into. You are such … Continue reading
