This post has been writing itself for months now. I have talked about quitting this blog for a while now, here and in private with friends, asked for opinions on what I should do, weighed the pros and cons, and have finally come to a conclusion. As you may have discerned from the post title… Read More
Through The Lens Thursday is a one-year photography project (now in its second year), where every week, my project partner, Greta of GFunkified and I, will post a picture (or pictures) we have taken based on a prompt. Our hope is that together, we can teach and learn from each other, stay accountable to our goal of improving… Read More
I am pretty tired.I wonder when I'll ever have a full night's sleep again.I hear that's going to be NEVER.I see dark circles under my eyes.I want to sleep for a full night, whatever that means.I am still functional though. I pretend at playing adult. My inner child is protesting.I feel all the feelings these days… Read More
Through The Lens Thursday is a one-year photography project (now in its second year), where every week, my project partner, Greta of GFunkified and I, will post a picture (or pictures) we have taken based on a prompt. Our hope is that together, we can teach and learn from each other, stay accountable to our goal of improving… Read More
Yes, I do want a day off from the daily grind of mothering - the feeding, cleaning and entertaining of children. Now, I don't mind the things I do for the children because that's what I signed up for. I even do it with a smile some days. But a break is always welcomed. However… Read More
Through The Lens Thursday is a one-year photography project (now in its second year), where every week, my project partner, Greta of GFunkified and I, will post a picture (or pictures) we have taken based on a prompt. Our hope is that together, we can teach and learn from each other, stay accountable to our goal of improving… Read More
It's weird how epiphanies happen. This particular one ("I hate running") came about while I was in the kitchen, getting a snack or grabbing a second lunch, well, something to do with food and stuffing my face. My train of thought went something like this: Mmm. Hungry. Food. Ugh, leftover baby belly. Ooh, gummy bears… Read More
Through The Lens Thursday is a one-year photography project (now in its second year), where every week, my project partner, Greta of GFunkified and I, will post a picture (or pictures) we have taken based on a prompt. Our hope is that together, we can teach and learn from each other, stay accountable to our goal of improving… Read More
When it comes to my children and their access to technology, I have three confessions. Confession #1: My oldest son mastered the use of an iPad at about the same time as he learned to walk. Confession #2: I have allowed my boys unlimited use of devices when we traveled. Confession #3: This freedom of… Read More
Through The Lens Thursday is a one-year photography project (now in its second year), where every week, my project partner, Greta of GFunkified and I, will post a picture (or pictures) we have taken based on a prompt. Our hope is that together, we can teach and learn from each other, stay accountable to our goal of improving… Read More
I'm Alison. Writer, a mother of four (two boys and boy/ girl twins), social media enthusiast and book lover. A believer in the power of chocolate and hugs. Chugging coffee as I type. Want to know more?
