I take full responsibility. I spent the better part of my PTO in a complete empty-nest meltdown. For two days I whined and bawled about how aimless I’ve been and how quiet and empty my house feels in the afternoon. I practically double-dog-dared the universe to make a complete fool of me. Me- ... read more
In It to Win It
Last week when I was going through the plastic tubs of lake stuff in the basement I stumbled across this picture of me and my niece, Mady, from the Tulsa State Fair a few years ago. No I am not pregnant in this photo although I understand why you might think that by the way I’m holding my hand over ... read more
Apple Muffin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
A few years ago, I participated with my sweet niece Madysen in the C&H We Love Dessert Contest at the Tulsa State Fair. It was our second attempt in the contest, and I am very proud to say that she and I won the First place ribbon with our recipe, Mady’s Special Apple & Walnut Cake with ... read more
Friends I’d Pick All Over Again
This past weekend I attended my 25th high school reunion. In the week leading up to it, my thoughts alternated between: I am now at the age when I thought my parents were old I wish I weighed about 10 pounds less Hopefully no one will notice the big zit on my cheek Friday night I met up with ... read more
For the Love of Pansies
There is nothing like getting my hands dirty to help get my head together. After spending an entire day stuck inside sorting through boxes and piles, it was so good to be outside digging in the dirt. And considering the fact that pansies are my very favorite flower, it was time very well ... read more
Operation Rescue Me
I blame my mom. I inherited her weird need for my home to be free of chaos. I’m not talking about my house being ‘clean’ necessarily or even having all the messes and effluvia of normal everyday living being picked up and put away. I’ve become accustomed to a general state of mild messiness. In ... read more
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