Really. Its true.
You decided to lose weight this year. Joined a gym, went to Zumba, ran 6 miles.
You made the best of it.
You sliced and diced a healthy meal, even though the kids complained about the onions.
You did something amazing after a defeating day at the office. You took criticism with a grain of salt. [...]

My friend Jeffrey posted this little gem of advice: “Don’t make blogging your life. First, go out and live.”
It resonated with me because, well, blogging is a big part of my life right now. I love it, but the truth is, my life misses me. Its the beautiful question of balance. Where does this fit [...]

This simple chicken recipe is awesome for weekends – its a one pot meal that’s done in about an hour. Serve plain or with biscuits and gravy. Delicious!
Simple Roast Chicken & Veggies
1 whole chicken (3 to 5 lbs.), rinsed and patted dry with paper towel, inside and out
1 yellow onion, quartered
5 – 6 washed potatoes, [...]

Well, it finally happened. I am in “that” place. You know the one – you had an awesome idea, got started on the project, drew up all the plans, took the first steps, had some success, worked really hard, but lately – you’re bored. You’re lazy. You don’t feel like working on the project anymore. [...]

“But love is not a victory march, it’s a cold and it’s a broken hallelujah.” -Leonard Cohen
The cycle of loving someone can be tricky.
A relationship goes around in circles every year, every day, every hour.
At the top, we’re awed. Everything is wonderful – your lover is close and next to you. He can do no [...]

How To Live Life Like A Winter Sunset
White snow. Brown slush. Snow. Slush. Ice chunk.
My drive home from Milwaukee was boring and brown. I kept blinking to stay awake as my eyes watered from the heat blasting out of the vents. White snow, slush, ice chunk, bump.
Somewhere around Manitowoc, I was reminded how to live.
Spread [...]

One Saturday morning, everyone got up on the wrong side of the bed, with one notable exception.
Little Boy was making racket, shattering my peaceful dreams. Little Girl was still asleep, but sure to wake like a grumpy bear at any moment from the noise.
I threw back the feather comforter and marched out to shush Little [...]

I’m proud to announce yours truly was chosen as a monthly columnist on Corey’s awesome blog: Simple Marriage.
His idea – “A better marriage by keeping it simple” – fits the way I think.
It would be amazing if you could leave a comment on his blog supporting me… Just sayin’. I’d love it.
You can read about [...]

My idea to spend a day without time went something like this:
1. Explain plan to the kids . Smile as they embrace the idea like only children can.
2. Cover bedroom clock. One down, 10 to go.
3. Frown as Mr. Right informs me there’s no time for my day without time – he has to clean [...]

Its starts with the best intentions – you really mean it. You’re going to lose weight – and keep it off – starting today.
Maybe it was an article you read or the latest episode of The Biggest Loser. Whatever started your quest, it inspired you in a big way.
But then: back to reality.
You don’t have [...]