Howard’s Very Big Day

So I'm happy to report that Howard LOVES school. This is not a huge surprise given that he also loves grocery carts, Veggie Tales t-shirts and English peas. Oh, and air. We knew he'd be enthusiastic about preschool; we just didn't know how … [Continue reading]

I Haven’t Mentioned Monk & Neagle In About Two Weeks, So It’s Time

Monk & Neagle are going on tour! There are starting out with Bebo Norman and Shane & Shane in a few weeks - then finishing up with Mercy Me this fall. You can check out all the cities and dates here. I doubt it's a shock that I have already … [Continue reading]

This Is But One Reason Why I Heart The Internet

I knew someone would make it all better. I just knew it! Look at the butter, y'all. IT'S RIGHT SIDE UP! Thanks, Trina, for your Photoshop magic. You have turned my bloggy photo frown upside down, and for that I am forever grateful. … [Continue reading]

You Might Want To Brace Yourselves Because I’m About To Talk Politics

D. recorded the Republican presidential debates last Sunday morning, and later that afternoon we sat down and watched every single minute. Over the last week I've taken a little time to process it all, and I think I have some reactions that you … [Continue reading]

Because Half A Pound Of Butter Makes Everything Better

Even though there are all kinds of pound cakes, Mama's recipe is for the plain, old fashioned variety - without even a hint of almond extract (which is fine by me because I'm sort of eh about almond extract, anyway). (However, when it comes to … [Continue reading]

Sunday Morning

Well, Alex has the croup. Perhaps you've heard his stunning impersonation of a seal the last two nights between the hours of midnight and 4 AM. REALLY? ME, TOO! So, D. has gone to church all by his lonesome, the sick boy and I are home, and … [Continue reading]