sharon on August 18th, 2008

Today is Casey’s first day of school, 7th grade– I can’t believe it.  Lauren starts college next week.  As bummed out as I was that summer was over, I have to admit that it will be good to get back to my routine.  It’s very easy to be distracted during summer with kids home, the [...]

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sharon on August 12th, 2008

Well, we didn’t do much this summer in the way of traveling, so now I find myself cramming in some last minute trips. Casey (my youngest daughter) and I just got back from a quickie trip to visit my best friend in San Pedro. It’s kind of a grueling trip because it takes almost 4 [...]

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sharon on March 6th, 2008

Softball season is starting and it pretty much takes over my life at this time of year. My husband and I coach and I’m on the board so it’s hectic right now. It’s a time for crockpot meals and endless loads of laundry. As demanding as it is, I just love being involved. I get [...]

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sharon on February 19th, 2008

I recently heard a woman say that being called a “work at home mom” was professionally demeaning. Being one myself, my initial reaction was to agree with her. “That’s right, I’m a professional, I’m not just a bored housewife dabbling with a hobby here,” I said to myself. Upon reflection however, I came to realize [...]

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