At some point in a new relationship something happens to challenge the foundation the couple is just starting to build. A few months into a relationship, it is easy to walk away if values, feelings,

My blog title is based upon something my daughter said at the age of three. I also write often about how much I love children. Simply stated, children bring joy to my life and I

A week ago today my grandmother died. Gram lived over 90 years. She buried 11 siblings, two husbands, a son, and a grandson. Gram was a strong, remarkable woman who had difficulties in life. Loss

Monday is a big day for me; it's the one year anniversary of my first post. So, instead of focusing on writing a long piece today, I have spent time writing for Monday. There has been

This week I wrote about photography and the peace that it brings me when I am behind the lens. In the past I have written about why I blog. These two creative outlets enrich my

This week I wrote about my thoughts on living a balanced life. I might be struggling, in a traditional sense to have balance, but I have had a great week. Here are the highlights: 1)

This weekend (Friday through Sunday) includes an estimate for new carpeting, lunch with a girlfriend, a chiropractor's appointment, cycling, running, a fun date, lunch with a group of friends, two home improvement projects, writing, homework

Writing my 100th post feels a bit like writing my first; there is tremendous pressure (albeit self-inflicted) to recognize this milestone properly. Add in that the 100th post coincidentally is on the 11 month anniversary

Yesterday I wrote anything is possible in life and that, over two years after my separation, life doesn't look like I could have ever anticipated. And I love that. There are so many

In the last two weeks I have been able to arrange special "mom dates" with each child. Recently Princess Daisy and I went out to lunch and to shop for spring clothes. This weekend Monkey