the roaring lion

It lies in the shadows and  bides its  time until, out of no where it  pounces and sinks it's teeth into my neck. I feel the wind rushing out of my lungs and my knees buckle. I crumple to the ground but I can't cry.  My heart is pounding out of my chest and my mouth is dry. Things change. People move on-  baby is born, a grandparent dies and children go away to college, suddenly cast as  … [Read more...]

The Belted Sweater Mystery

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Today I'm washing my mattress cover, sheets and coverlet. No, surprisingly no one peed in my bed.  Bear decided to empty a trial sized bottle of mouth wash on my bed and although it did smell minty fresh, it left a big, wet looking spot even after it dried.  I can't make this stuff up. Having kids and babies changes your brain and your body; things that once were super annoying are just part of … [Read more...]

No Monday Happies

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OH my goodness it's that time of the week again. The time I wonder to myself, "Why did I try to do a regular post on my page because by the time Monday rolls around I have nothing HAPPY TO SAY!" Seriously. I guess that is why- to try to see the positive and focus on the good instead of being down and depressing on Monday like I want to be BUT it didn't happen. Hope you aren't crushed. Instead … [Read more...]

Glidden Mini-Makeover Giveaway!

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REMINDER: Contest ends TODAY- FRIDAY, AUGUST 26th at Midnight http://youtu.be/CnCtgNzi0ZA A lot of things make me happy.  I love those moments of pure rapture, when my heart pounds out of it's chest and I wonder if life could ever be better. I think I crave those moments because they make me feel alive inside, awake in the beauty surrounding me.  I love my kids smiles, I love gourmet food … [Read more...]