Throughout my life, there have been moments I’ve imprinted on my brain and heart forever. During each of those moments, I’ve closed my eyes tight to take a mental picture. I store those memories in a special place I access when the first colors of fall fill my eyes, during the quiet moments I spend…Continue reading
My mom always told me that some families invest in their houses and some travel. For better or for worse, we’ve tended towards the latter path. We’ve had more than our share of adventures, not only on other continents, but right here on this one as well. Many of our domestic adventures have arisen from…Continue reading
It’s been quite a summer – my husband has been away for the majority of the last month on business travel. Having special plans makes it easier for our two kids (and me) when Daddy’s gone. The most recent plan included a week-long pilgrimage back to Chicago to visit friends and family. Our son Noah…Continue reading