I have been avoiding writing this post for a while now, mainly because I knew the emotions that it would stir and quite honestly, I'm already drained before this move has really even started. Before we left El Paso, I needed to memorialize our time there and encapsulate all of the blessings and lessons learned … Continue reading Some Thoughts on Augusta and Why Fort Gordon is the Army’s Best Kept Secret
In 2017, I’m hunting the good stuff. I am setting aside the turmoil I see all around me and instead recording snapshots that will tell a story of fun, adventure, joy, and thankfulness. This is the story of my life and I’ll choose the tone and how I want to tell it; I do that daily with my … Continue reading May // A D V E N T U R E //
I don’t know about you, but I am nearly overwhelmed with all of the negativity, dissension, conflicting viewpoints, and division that seems to be threatening to overtake my heart and mind. This has been mounting for a while. With the current political climate AND the fact that 2017 promises to present our family with some … Continue reading March // A D V E N T U R E //
I don’t know about you, but I am nearly overwhelmed with all of the negativity, dissension, conflicting viewpoints, and division that seems to be threatening to overtake my heart and mind. This has been mounting for a while. With the current political climate AND the fact that 2017 promises to present our family with some … Continue reading February // A D V E N T U R E //
Most years, I complete a sort of informal "annual report" for my life. I love to reflect upon the high and lows of the previous year. It helps me to digest some important lessons, put a finger on the pulse of my goals, and look ahead to the next year with anticipation and focus. 2015 … Continue reading 2016 Year in Review
I wanted to take a moment to document our summer and reflect on my gratitude for a wonderful few months. Way back in May, Ryan had to travel to Hawaii for work. We purchased my airline ticket out of pocket and I enjoyed a week on Oahu with my sweetheart. I wrote about it here … Continue reading Sayonara Summer 2016
This past weekend, we were in Charlotte for an Army Strong Bonds retreat. As a Chaplain, hosting these events is part of Ryan's job. They are wonderful events, and a great time for couples to reconnect to one another. One component of these weekends is a scheduled date night for the couples with childcare provided. … Continue reading like watching a dog walk on its hind legs
