Hip hip, hooray! Okay, there may have been more than THREE tears, but the decision was unanimous and Charlotte’s wedding dress has been purchased! Yay! (Phew!) My post a couple of weeks ago:...

Got kids? Know any kids? If they are of the age where you can read them stories aloud, I have an amazing nugget for you:         And it just so happens one of my short stories is in their newly published book…   As most of you know, I...

It’s the magical moment we dream of as mothers. From the time our baby girl is born, we imagine the far-off day when we’ll see her in a wedding dress. Not to wish away the years, but to embrace her future and share in her joy. Yesterday, I saw my daughter in a wedding...

I hope you had a truly wonderful Fathers Day. I know we spoke on the phone, but it’s still not the same. I always feel guilty about not seeing you for this celebration. I guess it’s the price I pay for living on another continent, but I would so love to pop over for...

I’m not COMPLETELY obsessed with coconuts, but I do find them beautifully summery and delicious, especially at this time of year. So I’m going to blog about them again. It might be because I currently smell like a coconut:            ...

Summer’s just around the corner, plus I am still on my “vacation high”, so today’s post is all about the romantic destination of St.Lucia. Whether you’re looking for a tropical getaway someday in the future, or just love learning about interesting, beautiful places in...

I feel a little foreign and out of place on my laptop as I write today. Strange. This is usually my place of comfort and joy. In case you were wondering where I’ve been the past couple of weeks, I took some precious time away with my hubby to celebrate our 25th...

It’s Mother’s Day this weekend! Yay! Not that we NEED a day set aside to tell us how deeply appreciated and wonderful we are (hmmm)... but, hey, we might as well sit back and enjoy! I was reminded today of one of the most amazing experiences I have had as a mother....

I am beside myself with excitement. May is shaping up to be the most incredible month ever, with events such as Mothers’ Day, my birthday (yes, I still get excited), our 25th wedding anniversary (yes, we got married at the age of 12), 10 nights on our celebratory...

I had my first experience in a police station last week. I put my criminal mind into overdrive. Got your attention? Thought so… Before you start wondering what on earth I have been up to, it’s all good. Well, sort of. We are undergoing the arduous process of gaining...