Seven years ago today in Sasebo, Japan, I listened to countdowns from 10 in a foreign language as I watched dolphins swimming on a flat-screen tv in front of me. The result was a beautiful baby girl who makes me laugh and swell with pride while constantly keeping me on my toes. I’ve never been […] Read more…
Happy Moment: Jumping Into Vacation
We all need a break every now and again. My break came recently when I combined my 20th high school reunion with a weeklong vacation. I had some time with my parents. Time with old friends. Time with my kids. Time for myself. And a little time OFF from work and emails and deadlines. Although I […] Read more…
Happy Moment: Independence Day 5K
Big C ran his first 5K this morning, despite a visit from Hurricane Arthur. I’m so proud of my boy, who announced after the race that he had “caught the running bug.” Happy 4th of July! Happy moments are everywhere… Happy Moment: Independence Day 5K Read more…
Happy Moment: Family 5K Training
When I was a kid and into my teen years, I was always involved in an extracurricular activity. Although it was usually swim team, I also gave softball and track a try, and for a while I spent time after school at band practice playing the drums. That’s why I just assumed when I became […] Read more…
Happy Moment: Life’s a Beach
Last Sunday was Mother’s Day. And my Mother’s Day was fantastic, due in large part to the fact that I have the coolest kids ever, but also because I live in walking distance to the beach and because Mother Nature gave me the gift of sunshine. Happy moments are everywhere… Happy Moment: Life’s a Beach Read more…
Happy Moments
I recently discovered Instagram. I created an account a couple years ago, but never really got into it until last month. Now Instragram is my favorite social media platform. You know why? Happy moments. When I scroll down my Instagram feed, I see beauty, laughter, smiles, motivation, encouragement, muscles, empowerment, family. I see happiness. Other people’s […] Read more…
