Spring has officially arrived at Shady Pines, and with it comes a mix of warm breezes, blooming flowers, and enough pollen to coat every surface like an unwanted dusting of powdered sugar. The birds are chirping, the squirrels are up to their usual nonsense, and Ma and Uncle R have fully emerged from their winter…
Month in Review
Life Lately – March 2025 Month in Review
March has come and gone in the blink of an eye, and honestly, I’m still trying to figure out if we just wrapped up winter or if spring actually happened while I wasn’t looking. It’s been one of those months where time feels like it’s moving both fast and slow at the same time. So…
Life Lately – February 2025 Month in Review
February always feels like the month that sneaks in and out before I can catch my breath. One minute, I’m packing away the last of the holiday decorations, and the next, I’m staring at a calendar, wondering how we’re already at the end of the month. This year was no different. February may be short,…
Life Lately – January 2025 Month in Review
I never thought I would be so happy to see a month come to an end. January has been the month from h*ll! That is for sure. I saw an Instagram post that said January has been 974 days long and I could not agree more. For every one thing that went right it felt…
Life Lately – December 2024 Month in Review
December is always a whirlwind of activity, and this year was no different. As the holiday season swept in, it brought with it a mix of nostalgia, joy, and, of course, a few humorous moments that made this month particularly memorable. From festive gatherings to quiet evenings by the fire, December was filled with moments…
Life Lately – November 2024 Month in Review
November flew by in a blur of leaves, Thanksgiving preparations, and my yearly ritual of wondering why every month from October to December feels like a runaway train. Between early holiday shopping, attempts to stay warm, and my efforts to embrace cozy season, it’s safe to say this month was busy but full of those…
Life Lately – October 2024 Month in Review
October is one of those months that feels like a warm hug wrapped in a cozy, oversized sweater. It’s when everything takes on a richer, cozier tone, and the world seems to slow down just a bit. October is also the month when I officially start hunkering down, ready to dive into the seasonal joys…
Life Lately – An August 2024 Month in Review
As August comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on the month that has flown by and the approaching milestone of my 48th birthday on the 30th. It’s that time of year when the summer heat starts to wane, and the subtle shift toward fall begins, bringing with it a sense of renewal and…
Life Lately – A July 2024 Month in Review
July is over and I will admit to being a little sad. It means we are that much closer to the end of the year. When I was young I couldn’t wait for the year to be over and have Christmas. Now, as an adult I find myself wishing time would slow down a bit.
Life Lately – A June 2024 Month in Review
June is over and I will say that I am glad for it. This month my uncle had a heart surgery that didn’t happen once they got in there. They couldn’t hook him up to a machine or device they needed to in order to do the work they needed to so we are trying…
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