Nate and I made a commitment in March of this year to date more.  We always feel better, have bigger smiles, more peace of mind, more patience more confidence and are just happier after the two of us get some time together.  Now that Nate's job schedule doesn't give us a random weekday off together while the k…

I don't always love technology but I don't exactly hate it either. Lately, I have been noticing all the ways in which our kids connect with each other and their friends.  Our kids play games together and with their friends, granted there is a screen but they are really working together, talking to one ano…

Nate had his picture taken at work the other day and I love the photos so much.  His happiness shows through them and it makes me smile each time I see the photographs.  It is such a great feeling knowing he is happy at work and I am so thankful for a job that he does not dread every day...even if he would always …

When summer changes into fall the cold air feels just as sweet for me as when winter is turning into spring.  I love the changes and have been so excited about the cooler weather, the warmer meals, and the cozy clothes.  This past weekend was the first true taste of fall for us this year.  There was a crispness throug…

Aliya had a hard morning the other day. I dropped her off at school and was suddenly frustrated by the fact that I didn't have any more time. I felt like I needed more time to talk to her. More time to give her space to wake up. More time to get to the bottom of whatever was bothering her. More time just for a hug…