At what age does being carded become a compliment? Where instead of rolling your eyes, you quickly grab your license in case bartender changes their mind? For me, it is the 40’s. (I may or may not be double the legal drinking age now, OUCH!) On a mini vacation to Nashville, I was ‘complimented’. I …
Sparkle Hard Barren Garden
Recently I hiked a 7-mile trail around the perimeter of a gorgeous lake. Unbeknownst to me, this was like four hikes in one: it featured Obsidian - Cinder – Death Valley - Secret Garden sections . At the end of my ‘four-in-one’ hike I was struck by how this days adventure so perfectly mimicked my …
The Chainsaw Man
Family traditions are the best. They provide safety, predictability, memories and best of all anticipation. One of my favorite family traditions is the trek down to my sisters for Halloween each year. My family did not celebrate holidays growing up, so being able to relive my childhood through my twin nieces, ‘the bubbies’, eyes has …
The Secret Door
On a recent trip to Nashville we were enjoying a mid-afternoon break at our hotel’s rooftop pool and bar. Newly checked in, we used this time to get our bearings and plot our next adventure. The bartender told us about a speakeasy with a secret code entrance. Um, yes, please, sign us up! He said …
Bad Day
I am going to start this piece off a little different. I need to set the right mood for this story. Mamas, are you familiar with the song: “Bad Day” by Daniel Powter. If not, pause, YouTube and take a listen. I want this song in your head as you read about my BAD DAY. …
Ice Baby Ministries 