Pull Up a Chair

Spring is officially on the horizon, which means it’s time to freshen up the house and pretend I’m the kind of person who has it all together. But, of course, what started as an attempt to declutter turned into an afternoon of reminiscing, procrastinating, and realizing I have an unhealthy amount of cleaning supplies. At…

This week started with good intentions—plans to be healthier, more productive, and maybe even get my life together a little bit. Spoiler alert: none of that happened. Instead, I learned a valuable lesson about how drinking more water can ruin your day and that sometimes, the best-laid plans are no match for real life. This…

I don’t know what’s going on around here lately, but I’m starting to think my house is actively working against me. Between the missing socks, mystery noises, and things disappearing into thin air, I might need to call in a paranormal investigator—or at the very least, organize a search party. Either way, it’s been another…

If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that life is a constant game of “Where did I put that?” Whether it’s a grocery list, my car keys, or the remote (which is never where it should be), I spend half my time searching for things I swear I just had. This week was no exception—though,…

Some weeks are smooth and easy, and then there are weeks like this one—where the house feels like a three-ring circus, and I’m just trying to keep up. Between misplaced remotes, unexpected messes, and Ma and Uncle R keeping me on my toes, I’m convinced our home could be its own sitcom. Honestly, I wouldn’t…

I am more than a little late getting this posted today. I honestly almost skipped this week because I am in the middle of doing a few other things to catch up from January. This Week in the wilderness I have been just attempting to catch up with everything that I allowed to fall behind…

Can you believe January is almost over? It feels like just yesterday we were ringing in the new year. This week has been a whirlwind, but as always, there’s plenty to share. This Week in the wilderness I’ve been in a decluttering frenzy, tackling everything from junk drawers to old email inboxes. It’s amazing how…

Happy Friday, friends! January is trucking along, and I’m just trying to keep up. This week has been full of unexpected surprises, including some laughs courtesy of life at Shady Pines. This Week in the wilderness This week, I tackled my neglected stack of to-do lists. While I didn’t get everything done, I did manage…

Hey there! Another Friday, another chance to look back and laugh. The January blues might be setting in for some, but here at Shady Pines, the antics and midlife moments keep us on our toes—and, occasionally, in stitches. This Week in the wilderness Work projects have been piling up, but I managed to squeeze in…

Happy Friday, y’all! It’s the first Friday of January, and if this week is any indication, 2024 is going to be one wild ride. I hope your new year has started off on the right foot. Mine? Well, let’s just say it’s been a mix of resolutions, reality checks, and a lot of laughter. This…