Apparently, I Work Here Now
I went to the lake for the summer to relax. This was my first mistake. Somewhere between repairing the cabin, managing boat drama, and trying to keep my garden alive, I realized I might finally be getting too old for my own version of a working vacation.
The Military Spouse Road Trip Survival Guide (Spoiler: There Isn't One)
What should have been a simple drive home turned into potty emergencies, sketchy gas stations, a damaged tire, and one very tired military spouse. If you've ever road-tripped with kids, you'll understand exactly how this story ends.
The Day I Almost Bought a Taxidermy Raccoon Purse
My sister-in-law and I went vintage shopping looking for the perfect strange object to hide in someone's house. We found an old crow in a pinstripe suit, a taxidermy raccoon purse, and a coyote purse that brought back one unforgettable family story.
I Love My Kids. I Just Need Everyone to Keep Their Pants On.
Slow Summers and My Own Personal Global Warming
After a hectic year of moves and transitions, summer at the lake has reminded me what matters most. Between sweating through every outdoor project, nursing transplanted flowers, homeschooling, and watching my children create worlds from construction paper, I've realized these simple days are becoming the childhood memories they'll carry forever.