Summer’s end brings with it a mountain of conflicting emotions. On the one hand, there’s a feeling of great relief as the lazy, unscheduled days of summer break come to a close and structure finds its way back into the home. On the other hand, with that structure comes the busyness that often makes us feel a bit like we’re… View Post
We are doing it again! We had so much fun with our Giving Giveaway last month – there is an American Girl Doll on its way to our winner as I type. It was such a treasure to read your stories, to see the heart you all have for others – THANK YOU for choosing to lead with kindness. Since… View Post
I sat and stared at my son and daughter as they slept last night. At 14 and 12, I no longer need to tip-toe in to the room fearful that any creak in the floor, any stepped-on Lego may result in the noise that rouses them permanently from the deepest of sleep. There has always been something magic about watching… View Post
Say it isn’t so….Summer is winding down. (Cue tears from me and my kiddos). I am always struck by the feeling that the months I love the most are the ones that fly by, while the cold of winter seems destined to last an eternity. As you know, I will take a 95-degree day over a 35-degree one every time…. View Post
What is your favorite color to wear? The one that makes you feel strong? Powerful? Happy? The color that makes you feel as though you could own the room, tackle any challenge, answer any question? This green is that color for me. (I’m also partial to royal blue, but this kelly green is definitely my go-to). I love it so… View Post
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Genentech. As always, all thoughts and opinions are mine and mine alone. My grandmother was 60 years old when I was born. And I was 44 when she died last year – making her a strong, brilliant and magnificent 104 years old. She took a piece of me with her when she left. A… View Post
