“Should old acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind? Should old acquaintance be forgot, and old lang syne?” – Auld Lang Syne, Robert Burns, 1778 Did you sing the classic song above when the clock struck midnight on New Year’s Eve? According to history, the tradition began in Scotland where people would gather and… Read More
“Greeting cards have all been sent The Christmas rush is through But I still have one wish to make A special one for you”- Merry Christmas, Darling by Karen Carpenter Three days away from the big holiday… Have you sent out your Christmas cards yet? A recent article in Town & Country explains that the tradition of sharing cards dates… Read More
“You better watch out, You better not cry, You better not pout, I’m telling you why. Santa Claus is coming to town.” Little Lovely had the chance to visit with Santa twice this week. Last year, Eloise was so little and didn’t mind being placed on his knee for a few pictures, but a one… Read More
“City sidewalks, busy sidewalks Dressed in holiday style In the air there’s a feeling of Christmas Children laughing, people passing Meeting smile after smile And on every street corner you hear Silver bells, (silver bells) silver bells (silver bells) It’s Christmas time in the city Ring-a-ling, (ring-a-ling) Hear them ring, (hear them ring) Soon it… Read More
“Son, take a good look around- this is your hometown” -Bruce Springsteen On this first, crisp autumn morning, we decided to pack up Little Lovely and drive 50 miles to my husband’s hometown. Each year Newberry County hosts Oktoberfest, a lively German festival featuring local food, music and vendors in the charming downtown square. It… Read More
“Happy birthday to you Happy birthday to you Happy birthday, dear Eloise Happy birthday to you!” Yesterday our Little Lovely had her first birthday, and it was simply magical! The morning began with a special wake up for our one-year-old followed by a pancake breakfast and neighborhood walk. It was nice to have some quiet… Read More
It’s true! My husband has fallen for a younger girl with big blue eyes and wavy blonde hair, and I don’t mind one bit. In fact, it’s only made me love him more seeing his love for Little Lovely grow. They have a special bond and light up when they see each other. Whether watching… Read More
Father’s Day is a week away, and Little Lovely and I are excited to celebrate our special dad on his first Father’s Day. Did you know that Father’s Day was first celebrated in 1910 when Washington State acknowledged it as an official holiday? Most dads don’t like a big fuss on their big day. I… Read More
This has been a busy week of celebrations- Mother’s Day followed by my birthday, and yesterday was my mother’s birthday. Little Lovely and I wanted to make something special for her, so we headed to the Mad Platter. The pottery studio offers a huge selection of items ready to be painted- from platters to garden gnomes.… Read More
“The years teach much which the days never know.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson A birthday provides an opportunity for celebration and reflection. This is the first one I have experienced with Little Lovely, and spending the day with her is what I have wished for while blowing out candles for many years. Eloise and I spent… Read More