If you think of life as a journey, then you realize that you have probably collected lots of mementos along the way. These little souvenirs of life might be attached to wonderful memories. Or they could be mementos that you wish you never got in the first place and could forget altogether. There are lots … Continue reading Life’s Mementos
Memories
Flashback Friday: Motherhood, 2011
Today's Flashback Friday is dear to my heart. It's one of the original reasons for this whole blog. I became a mom in 2011 with the birth of my daughter. It's been the best, most challenging, loving, tiring, uncertain, and amazing adventure I'll ever have. I'm forever grateful to God for blessing me with motherhood. … Continue reading Flashback Friday: Motherhood, 2011
Flashback Friday: College Graduation, 2004
This Flashback Friday features one of my best achievements as an adult: college graduation. The light blue tassel represents the Education department. I changed my major 3 or 4 times, so it took me a few more years than my friends to finally graduate. I went from a university, to a city college, then back … Continue reading Flashback Friday: College Graduation, 2004
Flashback Friday: Raiders Game, 2016
I love football. The crowds, the noise, the incredible plays, the athleticism, the rivalries... In that stadium, greatness is up for grabs. By the end of the night, one team ends up taking home the glory. I'm talking about the American variety of football, although I do love soccer, too. The Super Bowl is done … Continue reading Flashback Friday: Raiders Game, 2016
Flashback Friday: NKOTB Concert, 2017
Hello, everyone! It's time for another Flashback Friday! Don't judge, but I was a huge fan of New Kids on the Block when I was in middle school, like most teenage girls in those days. I never got to go to any of their concerts back then, so when they came to my city in … Continue reading Flashback Friday: NKOTB Concert, 2017
Flashback Friday: Snowboarding, 2013
Let's take this week's Flashback Friday to 2013, when I tried to learn how to snowboard. And failed miserably. I'm smiling through my frustration. For the life of me, I could not figure out how to stay upright. I even took some lessons, but it was just awful. Never mind that I don't like being … Continue reading Flashback Friday: Snowboarding, 2013
Flashback Friday: Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2015
Hello, readers! If you're new to my blog, welcome! If you're a return visitor, thanks for coming back. It's time for another Flashback Friday! Back in 2015, my husband and I enjoyed a 3-day weekend in lovely Napa Valley for Valentine's Day. While we were (somewhat) in the area, I made sure that we visited … Continue reading Flashback Friday: Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2015
Flashback Friday: New York, 2003
It's been a challenge to come up with some new blog material, which is why my posts have been so sporadic. The travel series that I did a few years back seemed to be well-received, but I haven't gone anywhere new in quite some time, so that won't work. The talented Sheree at View from … Continue reading Flashback Friday: New York, 2003
the good, the bad, and the ugly of the holidays
The idea for this post came from my cousin, Jen. Her suggestion came at a time when I was running out of ideas, so she saved me from writer's block and/or writing about something lame. Thanks, Jen! She might guest-write a post for me one of these days, so be sure to check back! The … Continue reading the good, the bad, and the ugly of the holidays
Scratches
The other day, I noticed some scratches on my arms. We don't own a cat or anything like that, so it took me a minute to figure out what had caused the scratches. A grin formed when I thought about it: yard work. I am not one to shy away from hard work, including hard, … Continue reading Scratches
Moxie and Mishaps 