Everyday Adventures

The Bangs Incident: A Grandson, A Fade, and A Haircut Gone Sideways

My 12-year-old grandson has been growing out his hair since the end of school. He didn’t have a specific hairstyle in mind—he just wanted to grow it out. Normally, he likes it short with a fade, but this summer he was rocking the shaggy look. It had just started to touch his collar and he… Continue reading The Bangs Incident: A Grandson, A Fade, and A Haircut Gone Sideways

Books, Movies & Fun

🎬 My Movie Obsession (And Why I Can’t Commit to Country Life)

I love going to the movies. Not just like—love. If there’s an advanced showing, sneak peek, or opening night event, I’m in the front of the line (well, maybe center row… center seat). I even go to those mysterious “sneak preview” nights where you don’t know what you’re watching until the lights dim. Risky? Maybe.… Continue reading 🎬 My Movie Obsession (And Why I Can’t Commit to Country Life)

Personal Growth

The Words That Carry Me

Inspired by this month’s family letter exchange Every month, my mother, sisters, and I pick a topic and each write a letter to share with the others. It’s a way for us to stay connected, reflect, and learn more about each other—no matter how busy life gets. This month’s topic was: What is your favorite… Continue reading The Words That Carry Me

Life Reflections

Coming Full Circle: Reconnecting with My 10-10-1 Plan

Several years ago, I read Girl, Stop Apologizing by Rachel Hollis. I enjoyed it so much that I quickly read all her non-fiction books and even sent Girl, Wash Your Face to my sisters. Since then, Rachel Hollis has faced backlash over her divorce, controversial remarks, and allegations of plagiarism. Still, I believe she offers… Continue reading Coming Full Circle: Reconnecting with My 10-10-1 Plan

Life Reflections

A Box of Photos and a Life Well-Lived

One of the tasks I decided to tackle during my “retirement” was going through all our printed photos. We have tons of them—stuffed in bags, wrapped in packing paper, and tossed haphazardly into boxes. They’ve been this way ever since the house fire, when the crew packed up our belongings and stored everything away. The… Continue reading A Box of Photos and a Life Well-Lived

Home & Garden

From Chickens to Choices to a Midnight Scream: Life Lately

It’s been a hectic few days around here. We’re wrapping up the school year, which for some reason makes my grandson think it's also time to wrap up turning in assignments. Even the science teacher — who’s been suspiciously silent all year — finally reached out. Apparently, he's missing four assignments this six weeks. Good… Continue reading From Chickens to Choices to a Midnight Scream: Life Lately