by Kay | May 13, 2013 | ... on life, ...on family, Purposeful Parenting
Last week I walked made my way up the stairs after a very long day. Mid-way up, I heard a couple brothers giggle-scramble to the shower, like I wouldn’t figure out that they had been goofing around rather than tending to their business. But as I ascended the last...
by Kay | Apr 29, 2013 | ... on life, ...on faith, ...on family, ...on hope
On Wednesday last week, I called my mom to let her know I was running a tiny bit late. I instantly knew by her pause that something had happened. She forced words through a tight throat of stifled sobs, “Lucia didn’t wake up this morning.” Sweet Lucia. One of...
by Kay | Apr 8, 2013 | ...on family, Purposeful Parenting
Every morning on the way to school, we drive by a house that reminds me. Two pink bucket swings (I imagine twin girls) hanging next to a lone yellow belt swing offer a detour down memory lane, reminding me that time flies – fast. I’m pretty sure it was just...
by Kay | Apr 5, 2013 | ... on life, ...on family
You know some introspection is in order when: … the day begins with a failed attempt to exercise. Nothing like walking out the door, making it to the end of the sidewalk, feeling some very light sprinkles hit your face (most likely the result of a cool breeze swaying...
by Kay | Mar 29, 2013 | ...on faith, ...on family
From your local slacker blogger for the week (you guys think I’m not as flaky as I claim to be … but I am…. my week really got away from me) a message on Easter – from a special place. A couple months ago, an incredibly talented friend asked me...
by Kay | Feb 4, 2013 | ...on family, Purposeful Parenting
A few years ago, our city added radar speed signs to the neighborhood streets. These signs might drive some folks crazy, but I love them. They’re so thoughtful to show me my speed. Most of the time I’m on target. (Remember, I have a resident speed officer...