It’s been two months since I started my International Literary Project and I finally finished Asia. The Far East is a fascinating place. The culture and land is very unique and it saddens me that it is being Westernized. I did my best to touch on all the countries in some way and I think … More International Literary Project: Asia
My bedroom dreams are moving forward! Last weekend Danny made nightstands and this weekend I made a headboard! I’m so happy with both of our DIY projects. The tables directions were found at Not Just a Housewife. The only change made was metal brackets were used to ensure the strength of the tables. The total … More Inspiration: Sarah Richardson Bedroom
I value my relationships with friends and family. I feel that in today’s world it’s so easy to get caught up in everyday life and absorbed in technology that meaningful relationships fall through the cracks. I’m not expert of maintaining connections but I do try and make a conscious effort to spend time with people. … More ODKB
I did not plan to do anything for my birthday this year. I’m not a big birthday person and since Danny was turning 30 I wanted the focus to be on him. What a fail!!! Although he did get what he asked for Danny didn’t really get anything special for his birthday. I even forgot … More A VERY happy Birthday!
Another day and another year older! Time flies. 26 was a good year. Certainly some bumps in the road and not everything I expected but that’s life. First year of married life was good. I have great friends. I had lots of fun with MEP. I have a job, a car and a place to … More Year 26
Another fun productive month! My goals didn’t work out great but i’m feeling good about things! October Goals: Exercise 4 days a week <—– possibly accomplished Go to church every Sunday <—– not even close Finish Asia for the international literary project <—– nearly, I added a couple books Have a second month of successful budgeting Keep … More October Round up
Today Danny turned the big 3-0. I knew Danny throughout his 20s and he’s a very different person today – much more mature and responsible. I’m eager to see what the 30s have in store for him – hopefully only good things! He’s not a goal maker but I did get a few things … More Happy Birthday Wordbird!
For my birthday Danny surprised me with tickets to the Cranbrook gardens. It was an activity on my 25 goals for my 25th year that I hadn’t gotten around to yet and I am SO glad we went. I was skeptical of going to a garden when it feels like winter most days but luckily the … More Paradise
I’ve been lucky enough to meet some impressive political leaders: Hillary and Bill Clinton (a couple times each), Barack Obama (before he was president) and John Dingell (who never ceases to impress me) to name a few. True rock stars and game changers. No one – not even my beloved Hillary – has impressed me … More A True Inspiration: Rashida Tlaib
The wedding party brunch wasn’t my only hosting gig this weekend. I also assisted Aunt Margaret with a graduation dinner for Mom. I was tasked with decorations and appetizers. I selected simple snacks that could be easily eaten without utensils and cooked for the least amount of time at the same temperature. All three dishes … More Appetizer Tips
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