Six months ago, I made the decision to stop drinking. For the past 15 years, I’ve taken breaks lasting one … More
Category: Lists
On Death, Dying…and Living
As many of you know, I lost my mom after a sudden, fast-moving illness. While attempting the return to normalcy, … More
Remember your Roots
George and June Roche, Dad’s Graduation from the University of Colorado A few weeks ago, I placed a few requests … More
Observations and lessons learned from living in the country
School is back in session, football season has begun, and harvest time is in full swing. Since life is so … More
Coconut Oil: The New Windex
Just like Kosta’s humorous uses for Windex from “My Big, Fat Greek Wedding,” coconut oil has a long list … More
Date Night on a Dime
I LOVE date night! We are foodies, and enjoy trying new restaurants and seasonal specials. However, with three … More
The Unique, Worthwhile, and Memorable: A 2013 Holiday Gift Guide
With the holiday season approaching, I wanted to share some noteworthy finds. Some items I purchased as gifts, some were … More
A List Every Parent Should Make
While in the midst of settling into our new home, selling a home, teaching, and other activities, I am squeezing … More
To Run, or Not to Run
I would like to start by saying that I am NOT a runner! However, every year I enter a 5K … More
Don’t Leave all your Green on the Emerald Isle!
Last spring, after saving for seven years, Chad and I took our children on the trip of a lifetime. We … More
