Hi – my name is Karen. I am one of the million thirty-something women bloggers infiltrating the internet. I love the outdoors, being active, traveling, and eating delicious food. And I’ve never been known to turn down a well-prepared cup of coffee, a cold beer, or glass of wine. My mother convinced my father to name their eldest child after her favorite childhood paper doll, so it’s been my lifelong goal to be more than one dimensional (approximately 91% of those polled believe I am achieving said goal).
I’ve been married for over 11 years to my college sweetheart, who happens to serve in the Army. He’s the peanut butter to my jelly and the cheeseburger to my milkshake. There is no one else I’d rather travel the world with and consider him to be the cat’s pajamas. Our two children and chocolate lab have proved themselves to be excellent adventure-mates and we can’t wait to see where the road will lead our little family next.
We call Texas home, and will for the next couple of years. I began blogging in early 2006 during my husband’s first deployment to Afghanistan. Since then, I’ve chronicled our multiple moves around the country, another deployment, countless TDY’s, and anything and everything in-between. I’ve had a handful of blogs over the years but have been writing at And Then We Laughed since 2012.
Why And Then We Laughed? Because it seems like whatever experiences we encounter (good and bad), it always ends with laughter. And it is reminiscent of Proverb 31:25 {she is clothed in strength & dignity and laughs without fear of the future}. That and all the other good titles we taken.
I’m a die-hard Selleck fan too. Love Blue Bloods. 🙂 I’m also left-handed. Great post on correcting the article by Mr. Woods on the military. My husband is retired Air Force, so I relate. I applaud and your husband for your sacrifices. Thank you for serving!
from The Dugout
First off, Go Tigers (I grew up in a “divided house”, but am a true Clemson fan!), second you are pretty awesome 😀 I am thankful for your fun blog about your sweet family and your funny outlook on the military life. As an Army wife as well, I appreciate your post. Thanks!
I just wanted to let you know I nominated you for The Very Inspiring Blogger Award. I really appreciate all of the work you have done on your blog. Keep going! For all the rules check the link – http://putlifeinalens.wordpress.com/2013/03/27/very-inspiring-blogger/
You have a BEAUTIFUL family. I followed you from UBP 🙂
Hey there, It’s Angie stopping in from the UBP. Gonna follow you now and come back to you later. Look forward to getting to know you. Enjoy the party. You can check me out at http://hangingwithangie.com.
Yay, another mil spouse! Love your blog! Your son is so adorable! Congrats on #2. We are having our first this summer, too! 😀
-Bonnie
Thanks for stopping by! Your son is a cutie! Congrats on #2 on the way.
Swinging through with the UBP. Taking a minute to read, link up and wish you a great day!
I enjoyed learning a little about you and your family:) Encyclopedia articles? LOL!
Nicky
http://www.feelingtheemptynest.com
my son also has a fear of driving over large bridges – like the one in Charleston – before it was re-built. And his favorite color is orange! Great minds think alike I guess 🙂 Nice to “meet” you – hope you are enjoying the party!
I just stumbled across you from the Blog Party and am glad I did! I look forward to stopping by more regularly! Come by my blog sometime! I too am a Tom Selleck fan, but I am from the Magnum PI age…love him!!!
Shannon
THe Other Side of the Equation
I LOATHE the sounds of nail clippers too. Absolutely HATE it. I cringe, cry, and run from rooms shaking sometimes lol Can’t wait to read more! ~ Chelle @ Oh Just Stop Already
I’m late! I’m late! I’m stopping by from the UBP13. I hope you stop by our party for a slice of warm banana bread and cold milk.
Hugs,
Cathi
http://simplesojourns.com/2013/04/ultimate-blog-party-2013.html
Hello! I’m not sure I comment much here, but I read andthenwelaughed when I need a smile. And it’s one of my favorites in my Reader feed. So, I’ve nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. Feel free to link back or not, just wanted to let you know it’s there. 🙂 Happy Weekend!
You and your family are darling! Love meeting new military families..we are Navy, 22 years. Keep up the good writing, it’s a nice thing…to make people smile:)
~ Cheers, Wendi
Karen, I’ve nominated you for a Liebster Award! http://wanderlynn.wordpress.com/2014/04/26/liebster-award/
I’m a Clemson grad too! Class of 2011! Go Tigers!
I’m so glad you commented on my blog so I could find yours! You are hysterical! Love your writing style, and your family is precious!