My whole life I have wanted a sister. I grew up with an awesome brother, who made up dance routines to the sound track of Stand by Me and breakdanced to the Beastie Boys with me, but I still imagined my stuffed animals as sisters. My brother wouldn’t play dress up and have tea parties with…
Wine tasting has to be one of John and I’s favorite things to do! Rolling green hills filled with vineyards contrasted against blue skies is a breath taking view. Our days are always highlighted with delectable cheeses, dark chocolates and of course wine. California is known for it’s wine, especially it’s jammy Zinfandels and bold…
I wish I had grandparents who lived only 20 minutes away. Mine live a 4 hour plane flight away in a small town in Illinois. It has been years since I have flown out there, that as I write this, I feel totally guilty that I haven’t taken the time to see them. I am…
For years and years, I prayed to marry into a strong Christian family. My prayers were answered when I married John. John’s parents are incredible. They sent five kids to college, gave years of service to education and coached nearly every kind of sport imaginable. They have truly sacrificed so much for their family and have…
This summer has been AWESOME! One of the best things about being a teacher is the ability to have the summers off. I get to travel, sleep in till 9 every day and do anything I want (or nothing on some days) for two whole months. It’s truly fantastic. But all good things must come to…
