In the late summer of 2012, a few months before Ryan left for a tour in Afghanistan, he bought a guitar. He'd had some musical experience growing up. He took piano for a few years and knew some basic reading of music, but for the most part, I can say that he has taught himself … Continue reading the g-string
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do over in progress
I'm not sure if you've heard, but 2015 is the year of Putting My Shoes Under the Bed. March is in full swing and I couldn't be more thrilled. I recently finished reading a book about seven important factors to regaining good health. This includes a normal body weight, and all of our body systems … Continue reading do over in progress
we belong to you and me
Over the weekend I was loading up several large bags of clothes to take to Goodwill and came to a stack of picture frames in our hall closet. One thing I am learning is that photographs pressed to glass don't fair so well in hot moving trucks. I've stored several frames that had some snapshots … Continue reading we belong to you and me
on putting my shoes under the bed
A few weeks ago, I wrote about looking ahead and goal-setting for 2015. I had three over-arching goals for the year. Here they are again: forming good habits and routines (self-care, family care, spiritual care & household duties) writing (like it’s my job) simplicity (less commitments, less stuff, etc.) I can keep those things at … Continue reading on putting my shoes under the bed
like watching a dog walk on its hind legs
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
there’s been a death in our marriage
This past weekend, Ryan and I were fortunate enough to celebrate our anniversary on a little get-away to Callaway Gardens. We love these three little blessings more than life itself, but boy did we need this weekend alone. Thankfully, Ryan's parents offered to meet us in Atlanta and treated the kids to a very fun … Continue reading there’s been a death in our marriage
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