The other night on Twitter Kelly mentioned that she'd never tried chicken fried steak because she didn't think she'd like it. But lo and behold, she finally tried it - and loved it. HOWEVER. She went on to confess that she doesn't like grits, … [Continue reading]
It Is A Delight, I Tell You. A DELIGHT.

It was a little over a year ago, I think, when I read the first few chapters of Melanie's book about motherhood, Sparkly Green Earrings. At the time I was trying to put together a book proposal of my own, and seeing that Melanie was making big … [Continue reading]
Because What’s Not To Love About Free

A couple of months ago Nester posted some free printable artwork on her blog. I loved it so much that I immediately printed it, and then I went to Walmart and bought a frame for $3.00. Now said print resides on a table in our living room next to my … [Continue reading]
Decking The Halls And Walls And Etc.

A few weeks ago, one morning when I was in the process of leaving a meeting and then running to Starbucks and then heading back to work again, I had the strangest, most unexpected realization: I want to have a Christmas party. I mean, I didn't … [Continue reading]
20 Gifts Under $20 For Teenage Girls

I've mentioned before that one of the biggest blessings of my whole life is that I get to hang out with some darlin' teenage girls every single week. They make me laugh and keep me young and are basically my only hope in terms of staying remotely … [Continue reading]
20 Books That The Kids In Your Life Might Enjoy
Earlier this week PamB left a comment and asked if I'd put together a list of books for kids. Since I happen to know a nine year-old boy who loves to read and who keeps his mama in the know about all of his favorite books, I figured I was up to the … [Continue reading]
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