…but you can’t take Michigan out of the boy. It was 81 degrees on Monday but Paul insisted on wearing his favorite camouflage turtleneck. Opening day of deer season is a big deal in Michigan – it is not uncommon for local businesses (and even some schools) throughout the state to take the day off. [...]
It’s my second week of living in San Diego (or Sand Diego as Megan called it). Here are a few of my likes and dislikes thus far. Likes Beaches Early morning walks (morning person + early daylight = happy Kristen) Gorgeous sunsets Pretty plants & flowers Laid-back SoCal attitude Warm days, cool nights Catching the [...]
Megan’s Travels with Stoney journal. Not bad for a seven year old. I love getting a glimpse into Megan’s head – unfortunately this is the one and only entry that Megan made during her five day cross-country road trip with dad. Too much corn on the trip. the sine on my window said going to [...]
I couldn’t believe my eyes. I was pushing my cart through the grocery store on Tuesday night when I spotted a can of Nestle Milo. My first instinct was to call my sister to reminisce. Never mind that it was after 11 p.m. in Michigan. Gwen and I were raised on Milo (our parents were [...]
I’ve had a lot to say since the move – but no Internet access to say it with. The cable guy came today and now I’m back in business. But since it is nearing 1:00 a.m. I should probably go to bed. I leave you with Megan’s video tour of the new house. Try not [...]
Have you heard of Jishaku? As I was packing up the house last week a package arrived in the mail. Inside was a game called Jishaku. Jishaku proved to be the ultimate distraction for keeping my kids entertained while I tended to last minute packing details. The word Jishaku is Japanese for magnet. This simple [...]