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My husband and I are having a house built. We know of a family that goes to our son's school who also lives in the neighborhood. We were over checking on the progress...
I’m going to be completely honest and I’m sure this won’t go over well with everyone. 2020 hasn’t been so bad for my family. Now, don’t hate me right away — hear me out. I know that for many...
Before you balk, my mom has cheated death more times than I can count. She knows this. Everyone who knows her knows this.
I joke with her all the time that I’ll be putting this or that in her eulogy....
I see you. You who share your wounds publicly. I see your vulnerability whether it’s with the hashtag or sharing part of your story. The courage I see in you inspires me. I admire your bravery and strength and...
Fall is my favorite season. It brings cooler weather, hot drinks to sip, beautiful changing colors, and warm cozy clothes. But fall also brings some crazy windstorms, shorter days, and busy schedules. I’ve learned that seasons bring good and...
Last Thanksgiving was a complete and utter disaster for me! I didn’t burn the turkey, drop a pie, or drink too much. The food was actually great! The holiday fell apart shortly after dinner when a huge family argument...
As an introvert, the idea of community or multigenerational living was decidedly unappealing.
It’s my home, my space, my solitude. It would mean potentially compromising on everyday life to accommodate someone else.
But, now that I have experienced it, I cannot...
This too shall pass…
This is a life motto I learned many years ago in a story told around a campfire at summer camp. It has carried me through times both good and bad. It serves as a reminder that...
Have you ever seen a boulder opal? They are found only in Australia, and form in the cracks, hollows and fissures of ironstone. The brownish, dark color of the ironstone contrasts the full opalescence blues and greens of the...
“Support the Military.” I’ve lost track of how often that phrase is thrown around — it’s easily used. With simple acts, such as wearing red on Fridays or placing a green light in your outdoor house light, it's easy for...
In + Around CO Springs
The Colorado Springs Guide To Indoor Play Places
When you are planning activities with your kids, the weather seems to play an important role! Let's face it, there are days when as...
