I used to think my husband, Chad, was the cheapest man on earth. The first summer after our wedding, we…
Monthly Musings
Do Kids Ever Need a Personal Day?
I imagine many of you who read that title quickly formed an answer. The concept of a personal day is…
Lessons from my Lithuanian Grandpa: How I Learned to Cuss
Mike Murphy, my father-in-law, loves to share humorous stories about the family. He declares himself half-Irish and half-Lithuanian. Here is…
Why are those Irish Eyes Smiling?
March is finally here, one of my favorite times of year! While most of our house is sick with the…
Did “Ewe” Know There Was an Aerial Attack on South Padre Island?
(Flyboys in training at Navy Air Station Corpus Christi, 1943-44, Grandpa Springer is in the front row on the far…
Let Music Touch Your Soul…
Last fall, much of my time was spent caring for my mother post heart surgery, so many hobbies were put…
Family and the Power of Fishing…
Several years ago, I attempted to write a novella. It was an amazing experience! I committed to 15 minutes EVERY…
The Amtrak Chronicles
Last fall, I spent a great deal of time with my mom, helping her settle in after some health issues.…
He Married Mrs. Butterworth…
I have so many funny stories to share about my kids, but ones that stick out are from my son,…
The Greatest Generation Goes To College
I have been spending time taking care of my mom after some health care issues. I asked if she had…
