This has been a strange week.We have settled into a school routine, but the kids are exhausted.Joe has settled into being a teacher and farmer, but that's a lot, and I mean A LOT. There's so much to do, and only 24 hours a day. I'm not the help on the farm farm wife, either, especially now, ... Read More about Overwhelmed
Turn, Turn, Turn
Fall is coming, I can feel it.Even though it's supposed to be hotter than the bowels of hell tomorrow, I can feel it. I saw it. 55 for an evening low. 75 for a daytime high.Come on, please fall…I need you to come so I can quit sweating just walking to the garage (that could be my "current state," ... Read More about Turn, Turn, Turn
Facebook Just Chastised Me
Thank you, Facebook.Not only do you make me feel as if I'm not vacationing enough, spending enough "family time #makingmemories," and taking artful Instagram pictures of it, now you're chastising me for not posting on my blog's page.Honestly.It's Labor Day, for heaven's sake! That's just what you ... Read More about Facebook Just Chastised Me
The Majority Heads to School
Like everyone, I'm sure, you've seen a lot of cute pictures on Facebook, showcasing new backpacks, new running shoes, a new year.We did the same. It's been an exciting day so far, and it's only 8:15. My girls headed to school: a fourth grader (who has a new, excited, and YOUNG teacher. I think I ... Read More about The Majority Heads to School
When Did Canned Food Drives Become Controversial?
Oh friends.It's the last week of summer vacation here, and like the last few days of summer fun, my spark has waned. Maybe it's because I'm entering the hardest part of carrying twins. Maybe it's because I'm ready for a change. Maybe it's just because there are times I want to just beat my head ... Read More about When Did Canned Food Drives Become Controversial?