February 2017 my husband I moved the short one hundred mile distance from San Marcos, Texas to Beeville. Who knew the incredible difference those miles would make in our lives? Certainly not I. Nestled just 30 miles South of the state’s capitol of Austin, and 51 miles north of San Antonio, home to Texas State Read More
“Slow Fade”
Ever had one of those moments when you suddenly stop what you are doing, look around, and declare, “Oh my gosh, how did I end up here?” If our actions are not intentional and purposeful, it’s quite easy to get sucked into situations in which we never intended to participate, or to end up in Read More
“Sun, Sand and Childhood Innonence”
Most of us have our “go to” spot, that place where we are completely relaxed and at peace. That place where we would stay and never leave. That place where we are carefree and innocent again, even if it is only for a short while. That place for me is any body of water be Read More
“Fashion, Footwear, and Just a Touch of Vanity”
Shoes, shoes, and more shoes; how can one ever possess enough footwear??? I am absolutely convinced it is not humanly possible to own THE PERFECT shoe for every outfit/occasion. However, since I am no quitter, I have made it my life’s goal to do just that, acquire THE PERFECT shoe for every outfit/occasion. Trust me Read More
Dear Adults, Napping is Permitted
We arrive on the planet with an innate need to sleep, but even from the beginning, it seems our nature to fight that natural instinct. Why is that so? Ever been around a sleepy baby? They will cry and fight to stay awake, making themselves and everyone around them miserable. Once they finally collapse from Read More
“Random Acts of Kindness”
We humans have a unique gift; we are the only species on the planet capable of making the world we live in a better place simply by being kind to our fellow man. Being kind to those we know and love is generally easy and does improve our lives, but kindness to strangers? Now, that Read More
“The Lost Art of the Thank You Card”
Call me old fashioned, but I remember a time when thank you cards were the rule rather than the exception. It was a commonly understand sequence of events, if someone went out of their way to attend a celebration and/or give you a gift; you took the time to let them know how much you Read More