I wanted another baby, but got a puppy instead. I have often wondered what the hell I was thinking! Lucas helped name him Charlie Pasta. This dog. This beautiful dog and I first locked eyes when Charlie was just 23 days old. Back then he was named Logan (he is so NOT a Logan). He…
I’ve learned to live for these moments. The small moments. The few and far between moments. The moments you could never plan for and don’t see coming. The moments we don’t even know we need until we are smack dab in the middle of them. The moments that simultaneously make motherhood and childhood magical. The…
If you follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram then you know Lucas was on Spring Break last week. I posted a lot of these photos already, but here are more highlights from our very long, yet very fun 10 days together. I kept us busy day in and day out by visiting amusement parks,…
I’ve lost my temper. I’ve lost my way. I’ve lost jobs. I’ve missed deadlines. I’ve missed flights. I’ve missed opportunities. I’ve broken the law. I’ve broken promises. I’ve broken hearts. I’ve overindulged. I’ve under delivered. I’ve lied. I’ve cheated. I’ve procrastinated. I’ve had to have the last word. I’ve taken short cuts. I’ve screwed up….
Imagine being seated at a table at one of the most prestigious restaurants in one of the most beautiful places in Orange County and have no clue what is going to be served. Two weeks ago, I was lucky enough to be included in The Trend Tribe’s Five Crowns Chef’s Supper (#TTT5Crowns) and it was…
One of the things I love most about being a mom is the unexpected moments that literally stop me in my tracks, moments that couldn’t be planned or posed, even if I tried, moments of pure innocence and pure joy. These candid moments make childhood special. These moments make up childhood… skinned knees, whimsy and…
Last year, Natalie of Mommy of a Monster and I did a fun linky to share your Santa photos. We had planned on doing it again this year, but I totally dropped the ball. Sorry, Natalie! I’m glad Mama Kat included it as one of this week’s Writing Prompts. Here is a retrospect of Lucas’…
Oh yeah, they’re adorable and seem like a great addition to the family, but do not be fooled, puppies are a lot of work and will try your patience in every way! Even more than you think your children do. I’m dead serious. Charlie Pasta turned six months old on December 1 and after having…
It’s an annual walk down memory lane that I look forward to each year. There is no rhyme or reason to it, it’s a hodgepodge really. I couldn’t pick a favorite if I tried. Each one, a colorful memento that means the world to me. It’s milestones and sweet memories of my mother and grandmother….
Have you ever felt giddy over getting another stamp in your passport? Have you ever been approached on the street in Yaletown and asked if you needed help with directions, restoring your faith in the kindness of strangers? Have you ever been caught in the rain on Robson Street and laughed so hard you cried?…
