Few people outside my tight-knit circle of family and friends know that I have a hearing impairment. For better or worse, it has been a closely guarded secret ever since I first became aware of my … Read More
Today we set out in search of a new fall coat for Mr. Boy. This task is much easier said than done. Sometimes it seems like every family has a size 2T little boy, as that … Read More
I have been the designated family birthday cake baker since I was 12. I’ve always loved decorating special cakes to match the recipient’s interests, the party theme, or even a specific gift. A few months ago … Read More
One of the last big splurges before I left my career behind was the purchase of fancy new cell phones for my husband and myself. I wanted a smart phone and he wanted one that was … Read More
I have been a fan of Wallace and Gromit for years, so I was a little bit surprised to learn that I had completely missed hearing about the latest Wallace and Gromit short, “A Matter of Loaf and Death”. … Read More
One of the selling points when we chose our house was the beautiful (if very worn) hardwood flooring throughout. I’ve always loved wood floors, but the attraction wore off a bit when I became pregnant. I … Read More