This past weekend I was able to relax and reconnect with some important people in my life. Cara came back from her Caribbean vacation Saturday night and we made plans to meet Sunday for brunch. It was great. After our deep conversation a couple weeks back things have been back to the peak for us. … More Reconnecting
Over the summer I was doing really well with my workouts, then life came crashing down around me it seemed and my workouts took a hit. I never totally gave up; however, I lost all my strength and gained 10 pounds (literally). Consequently, I’ve been avoiding jeans all year… The dark cloud over my mood … More Workout Update
I hosted my first cocktail party at the new place this weekend and I think it went really well! I had a lot of fun and I think our guests enjoyed themselves also. Planning a party for 11 kids is A LOT easier than having one for 11 other adults. Some lessons I learned from … More Cocktail Party
I seriously watched the Oscars for the first time in years in order to see the Bond tribute. I expected something awesome and at minimum the appearance of Daniel Craig. NO LUCK! Thankfully I was happy with the winners: Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Lawrence, Ben and George, and ofcourse Daniel Day Lewis. The television would have … More The Oscars
This weekend was quite productive and fun! I finished getting the house back in order post-kid party. Hung out with Mom on Friday and we Skyped with B. It’s so good to have that technology and SEE B. She looks really good and happy – too good and happy really…. I don’t think she’s ever … More Girl Times
We finally went on our honeymoon trip to the Castle in the Country B&B on the west side of the state. It was a gift all of the siblings had gone in for in 2011 and the Bs never had time to use before Mrs. B got sick. They were very sweet and gave it … More Honeymoon Highlights
Saturday night my long awaited party for the nieces and nephews. 11 kids, 2 adults and 1 townhouse. I spent the week planning everything out. A fort for Erin and Reese, a mancave for the boys, an unlimited supply of snacks and tables full of crafts. Did I go overboard? Yes. But I’m ok with … More Party Time
Yesterday I came home to a beautiful, delicious and romantic dinner. Danny was in a tizzy trying to put everything together. He’s a perfectionist and the pressure of putting together a meal probably raised his bp to unhealthy levels. The meal was absolutely perfect. The first course was scallops on a pea/mint puree. It was … More Valentine Dinner
Since we’re having all the kids over Saturday as a treat for Danny’s sibling I wanted to do something with Ann and Matt. I invited them over to dinner Sunday but she wasn’t sure her schedule would allow for a dinner date, thankfully it did. My favorite chicken enchilada casserole was already on the menu but … More Mexican Fiesta
What a weekend. Plenty busy and a wide variety of issues but I’ll focus on the positive. I spent plenty of time with Mr. B and it was fun. I finally convinced him to go see Lincoln. I didn’t know if he’d be okay with it just being us two but Danny talked to him … More Me and Mr. B
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