As I was reading through all the posts on Thanksgiving preparations and shopping, along with the travels others are doing, it got me thinking on Thanksgivings past. I remember certain dishes, the lace tablecloth, the fancy china and real silver silverware (and hating the fact we had to polish it beforehand and hand wash it afterwards...) I remember candle light, beauty, warmth and contentment... … [Read more...]
Sleepovers {Sarea Style}

My sister Harmony is one of my closest friends. I am very blessed with this friendship, and I know that. Shoot, she has been with me for 36 years and knows everything about me, the good, the bad and the 'needs makeup applied' (aka the ugly)...With that being said, we live about 300 yards apart but don't see each other much. I decided to 'kidnap' her for Friday and Saturday this last weekend … [Read more...]
GoodNites for Me!

As a lot of you know, Bear, 5 1/2, had surgery almost 5 weeks ago. Something I didn't mention was that he has been in diapers pretty much ever since. It was on his intestines and so I knew from the doctor that he would probably have to wear a diaper for some time but ... 5 weeks now? I feel like I have 2 toddlers and with Bug, 2 1/2, in the beginning stages of potty training, I really feel … [Read more...]