Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Do You Have IT?



Are you witty? Do you have IT (wits) when someone says something really sarcastic to you?

I don't...


Monday, June 22, 2015

21 Telltale Signs It's Summer

This could be my current situation...every day
  1. No alarm clocks necessary.
  2. Sleeping in is a most definite possibility.
  3. Afternoon naps are totally welcomed and have happened a few times already.
  4. I no longer wish for an extra day during the weekend.
  5. Frozen yogurt, or any other icy treat, is mandatory.
  6. My legs are shaved every two days.
  7. Pedicures are a must...every two weeks.
  8. You will most likely see my hair au naturel...that is curly/wavy/tousled. Yup that's a sure sign!
  9. I have more time to exercise.
  10. I can read a few more books.
  11. My deck is adorned with several potted plants.
  12. Deck living is happening more and more.
  13. I am a much happier and patient person. Really.
  14. Buddy Roller has more play dates.
  15. I get to go on more lunch dates with The Hubs.
  16. There's no more scarfing down food in 10 minutes during lunch.
  17. Life slows down....ahhhhh.
  18. Watermelon and corn on the cob become their own food groups.
  19. Laundry gets done when I feel like it.
  20. I don't know what time it is let alone what day it is!
  21. And finally, it's stinking hot in Atlanta...that's why a pool is oh so necessary!

Sunday, June 21, 2015

A Father's Day Tribute to The Hubs



People have said when you're looking for a spouse, you should also pick someone who will be a great father one day. Who comes up with these things?

Yes, of course that would be ideal. But seriously, when you're picking a mate for life, you're living in the moment. I know I wasn't thinking of father material when I met The Hubs. I was a teenager and having kids was the furthest thing from my mind...

Thursday, June 18, 2015

Treat Others How You Want to Be Treated


There's this old saying, a golden rule, that says you are to treat people the way you want to be treated.

Well, I beg to differ...

Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Wedded Wednesdays - Staying Connected

What's left after a very delicious dinner/date night at Goin' Coastal last week


Last month I had a very eye opening conversation with a colleague of mine. He and his wife were about to celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary, and he told me something that's had me reflecting ever since...

Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Do You Have IT?


Today is the first of many installments of "Do you have IT?" IT can refer to anything...but today's topic is all about driving.

So.  Women (and some of you men too) do you have IT when it comes to driving and parking in tight spaces?


Monday, June 15, 2015

Buddy Roller's Favorite Books


Buddy Roller and I make frequent stops at the bookstore, and nothing makes me happier than when he runs over and picks up a book that he has read before and loves...


Sunday, June 14, 2015

How Did You Tell Him?



Now that Father's Day is only one week away, I can't help but think about how I told The Hubs he was going to be a father...for the first time.

Saturday, June 13, 2015

What's on Your Summer Reading List?


I'm in search of some really good books to read this summer. Right now I'm reading...