Today I Turn 55!

Today is my 55th birthday, which we celebrated yesterday. It could not have been a more perfect day. I spent time with my hubby, son, daughter, son-in-law and three grandchildren.Hubby made dinner and… Continue reading →

If Only Dressing Barbie Was The World’s Biggest Concern

Since last Friday the news has been full of story upon story of bombings, attempted bombings and death. Day after day it is some new horrible tragedy or attempt at one. I came… Continue reading →

I’ve Lost My MoJo!

And this is how I have been feeling of late. I am in a slump and just can’t seem to pull myself out of it. I’ve lost my Mojo! My drive and ambition… Continue reading →

Traditions

There are times when traditions are very important to me especially when it involves family. One tradition my daughter and I have had for years is our annual Christmas Cookie Bake. We get… Continue reading →

Welcome Bryce Christopher

And we finally met the new member of our family, our grandson Bryce Christopher! \

Papa and Emma Pooltime

My granddaughter and husband have a very special bond. They love spending time together and it’s a great thing to watch. Puggy is on the patrol to be sure Emma is safe. Kisses… Continue reading →

The Last Vestiges of Mommy and Emma Time.

I am in Maine this week with my daughter Allison and granddaughter Emma. Just some girl time. The girls are taking advantage of some of their last Mommy and me time before baby… Continue reading →

Morgan Learns to throw Stones at the Beach

This past holiday weekend my son Rob took his daughter Morgan to the beach. After she watched him throw stones into the ocean she decided she was ready to give it a try… Continue reading →

The Adventures of Emma and Morgan

The relationship between my two granddaughters Emma and Morgan continues to grow. It’s obvious that the girls love to spend time together. It’s been so fun to watch them develop from babies to… Continue reading →

A Full Belly Laugh

I have been chronicling both my granddaughters’ development over the past year and a half. It always strikes me how quickly they change when I notice a new and sometimes small milestone. I… Continue reading →

Come on Everyone Let’s Sing

One thing my granddaughter Emma doesn’t lack is personality. She just oozes it! She draws attention to herself effortlessly. Or there are times when she doesn’t have enough attention and goes out of… Continue reading →

Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder

They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. When you are a grandparent and your grandchildren are young, they are the most beautiful & precious things on the face of the… Continue reading →

That’s My Ball!

Our granddaughter Emma came to spend a weekend with us several weeks ago. Of course we always have to give her some kind of little treat. So this particular time we bought her… Continue reading →

Have You Ever Seen Anything so Cute?

My two granddaughters are not even two until the end of July beginning of August and already you can see the tight bond they share. They love to visit with one another and… Continue reading →

Our Word View – Word of the Week = PENSIVE

SUNDAY POSTING ~ A COLLABORATIVE BLOG BETWEEN TWO FRIENDS (ME AND MY FRIEND BARB) WHO’S PATHS WERE SEPARATED FOR 20+ YEARS AND HAVE FOUND ONE ANOTHER ONCE AGAIN ONLINE. BOTH SHARE A LOVE… Continue reading →

Miss Morgan Comes for a Visit

Our granddaughter Morgan came for a visit this weekend. She is into everything now. On the go constantly. Doesn’t sit for more than a minute at a time. I remember when her Dad… Continue reading →

Our Word View – Word of the Week = ADORE

SUNDAY POSTING ~ A COLLABORATIVE BLOG BETWEEN TWO FRIENDS (ME AND MY FRIEND BARB) WHO’S PATHS WERE SEPARATED FOR 20+ YEARS AND HAVE FOUND ONE ANOTHER ONCE AGAIN ONLINE. BOTH SHARE A LOVE… Continue reading →

Blessed with Another Memorable Christmas!

Emma, my granddaughter. My daughter Allison and son-in-law Chris’ daughter. I almost don’t want to say this because I’m afraid I will jinx myself but I feel so blessed to have had another… Continue reading →

Our Word View – Word of the Week = VARIETY

SUNDAY POSTING ~ A COLLABORATIVE BLOG BETWEEN TWO FRIENDS (ME AND MY FRIEND BARB) WHO’S PATHS WERE SEPARATED FOR 20+ YEARS AND HAVE FOUND ONE ANOTHER ONCE AGAIN ONLINE. BOTH SHARE A LOVE… Continue reading →

Our Word View – Word of the Week = POSSIBILITIES

SUNDAY POSTING ~ A COLLABORATIVE BLOG BETWEEN TWO FRIENDS (ME AND MY FRIEND BARB) WHO’S PATHS WERE SEPARATED FOR 20+ YEARS AND HAVE FOUND ONE ANOTHER ONCE AGAIN ONLINE. BOTH SHARE A LOVE OF THE… Continue reading →

A Father’s Day Picnic

Best Buds – Cousins Blueberry Crumble Margaritas Emma Morgan Harry Brady New father’s and their babies Papa takes a nap Bob and Morgan Puggy The Picnic