I have somewhat of an obsession with learning about World War II. I'm not sure why. I think it has a lot to do with the Nazi atrocities. My heart breaks when I hear, read or listen to stories. I took a sociology class a few semesters ago. My professor was Jewish, mercifully living in … Continue reading Lest we forget…..

I'm reading this really great book right now, Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. I just got to a portion of the story where she tells how she has learned (from a monk or something) that you should make a list of the three things you want or want to do most in life. And … Continue reading Travel, Reading and Learning

So our good friend, Steph, is going to school to be a professional photographer...she's finishing up her final portfolio for school and asked if Todd and I would lend our faces to the project...so we did. Here are just some of the crazy pictures that were taken during our excursion to "the old Elitch's" up … Continue reading Steph Romine Photography

You know those moments in life when you just HAVE to get away? Get away from life, from home, from responsibilities? That's about where I am right now. I know I'm not alone. I think it has a lot to do with the fact that in three weeks, Todd and I will be getting out … Continue reading A Current Affair

Title courtesy of Heather....credit where credit is due.I have way too much going on in my life right now. Sometimes I wish I could just do one thing at a time. School or work, that sort of thing. This is precisely why I will do everything in my power to make sure that our children … Continue reading I’m with drama ——–>

This time 'round, I can unequivocally say that I am grateful for CANADA.I got to spend about 3 days up north in Toronto while Todd was there on business. It was quite spectacular and wonderful.I told Todd that when I got off the plane in Toronto, I felt like I was coming home. I love … Continue reading Week #15

We adopted two very cute dogs this morning...Leo & Suki...here are some pictures from our adventures during the day...

Our trip to Toronto, Ontario (April 10 - 12)Enjoy!

Okay, had to share....This is of my niece, Avery, taking some of her first steps....she dances at the end. Probably my favorite part...this chick is HILARIOUS!Really cannot wait to have conversations with her and hang out...she'll be a complete riot!

ah, how true it is.quote from Across the Universe..fantasmagoric, by the way. All should see it.I digress. Quickly.I have single-handedly had the worst week in the history of bad weeks. Since about last Tuesday, virtually nothing has gone right and pretty much everything I've touched has turned to total crap. Except for (maybe) my Spanish … Continue reading Music’s the only thing that makes sense anymore, man