Making it Up As I Go

Today I’m thankful for books. Oh, books, how I love thee. (Can thee be plural? I think it can.) I just finished Nurture Shock by Po Bronson, which I feel like I’ve been reading FOREVER. But it’s really exceptionally good,… Read more ›

Today I’m thankful for traditions; those I grew up with, and those I’m enjoying now with my own family. I posted this  on my other site today, but I figured I’d repost here: As I was growing up, our Christmas… Read more ›

Today I am incredibly grateful for the bullets I have dodged in my life. Looking back at guys I dated and the choices they have since made, I’m so glad I got off those trains when I did. (Are you… Read more ›

Today (and again, all days) I’m thankful for my gorgeous, beloved sister. She hosted a birthday party at her house today of truly insane proportions, and did it brilliantly.  15+ kids, all dressed in Star Wars costumes (which she provided… Read more ›

Yesterday (and every day), I was grateful for my wonderful nephews who fill my life with intelligent, thought provoking questions and ideas. It was their birthday yesterday (I can’t believe they’re 7!) and I cherish them as much as I… Read more ›

Today I’m thankful for my seam ripper. I’m working on a baby blanket (a simple one, mind you) and I have now completely sewn and undone the binding 3 times. My seam ripper is my friend. I’m also thankful for… Read more ›