Recently, I was asked to share my “emotional transition” story in having to adjust to a gluten free diet. What’s funny is that I had to share that I had a difficult time relating to those who were having an emotional transition, since I was just so relieved to discover that my son’s (the first… Read More Gluten Free Friday ~ Camping Gluten Free
After Robert and I enjoyed 4 nights in Acadia and Bar Harbor, Maine, our friend, Lois, drove the kids up to meet us in Ogunquit. I think we’ve spent time in Ogunquit, ME nearly every one of the 12 summers we’ve lived in Massachusetts ~ again, thanks to a very special couple and the studio… Read More And Then the Kids Came to Maine…
Our family has had the great privilege and luxury of spending time in Maine almost every summer since we’ve lived in Massachusetts. Maine is such an amazing place, and I’d have to agree with the slogan that we see on the welcome sign as we cross the state border: Welcome to Maine: The Way Life… Read More Acadia: Travel or Triathlon Training?
Well, church is canceled this morning because of Irene’s impending arrival. This is the first time we’ve ever canceled church because of weather, so we’re all just sitting here in front of the various news shows, drinking tea, and watching the rain and wind pick up outside. (Actually, Kory has not yet been seen this… Read More Waiting on Irene
Ever since I read Barbara Kingsolver’s Animal, Vegetable, Miracle with all of its descriptions of garden fresh veggies, local eggs and meats, and impromptu meals of crusty breads and cheeses, I’ve wanted to make a bread that our family could use as a “tummy filler” alongside farm veggies and cheese for an oven-free summer meal. … Read More Gluten Free Friday ~ Rosemary Parmesan Focaccia Bread
Sent Cooper off this morning for his first day of Cross Country with the high school team. He was a bit nervous, but at least he looked good in the green Asics he chose yesterday! Robert took him to get his new running shoes, and when they checked out, the salesman said, “So, you think… Read More Rockin’ the Green Ones
When Kayla asks me that question almost every night, it is truly music to my ears! And even though reading aloud to my kids (or really, anyone who will listen!) is one of my favorite things to do, it hasn’t happened as much lately. It used to be a daily occurrence, but now that my… Read More “Will you PLEASE Read ‘Anne’ Tonight?”
Any recipe that includes goat cheese always grabs my attention, but one that also includes caramelized onions AND sweet, vine-ripe, summer tomatoes, practically demands that I try it at home. This photo is of a meal I made last summer, but lost track of the recipe, and never shared it with you here. The memory… Read More Gluten Free Friday ~ Herbed Goat Cheese and Flank Steak Sandwiches
Our son Cooper has become somewhat renowned for a variety of things ~ his amazing ability to play guitar despite his refusal/inability to read music (he once told his piano teacher that “negative A” came before “A” in the musical alphabet), his striking similarity in appearance to the famed Justin Bieber (Never Say Never!), his… Read More Add Extreme Sleepwalking to His Resume
…and more grateful than ever to be running the race of life with him… …still with a heart that thrills to see him across the room, or in anticipation of a night out ~ or in… …still having a respect for his character and leadership that only deepens with each year… …still amazed by his… Read More 19 Years…