In the last few weeks of the school year, our whole family catches summer fever, eager for the day when the last school bell rings and we can enjoy the lazy days of June, July and August. That last day of school is cause for celebration, and we revel in it the whole weekend long.... Continue Reading →
Summertime Dinner Menu
This week I'm feeling like I need to be on vacation, or at least pretend like I am. The weather is in the 90s, the kids are at their dad's house all week long, and I plan on wearing dresses and flowers in my hair every day I can. This week, I am celebrating summertime!... Continue Reading →
It's official, summer vacation is here
Summer vacation has started. As if entertaining my kids while I am trying to keep up on work and the household weren’t clue enough, their early-rising friends are sure to drive the message home. (read the article...)
Swimsuit Hell
The other day I had an hour to kill, so I thought I’d try on swimsuits for fun. I headed out to Macy’s and perused the aisles of little tiny pieces of cloth meant to cover just the barest essentials. And then I locked myself in the dressing room and stripped to my skivvies. One by one I tried them on.
Now, I only tried on 3 suits. But trying on 3 suits can take a long time as you twist and turn, seeing parts of your body that you normally aren’t that aware of. Not to mention the conversations that result… (more...)