The RA-RA Session

Everyone needs a cheerleader.  Some days more than others! Tuesday was my day to hang with one of my besties by the pool and review the events that have been transpiring this summer so far. As I divulged the good, bad and ugly, she listened, encouraged, and beat me...

Getting Back into the Swing…

Last night I realized why they always say you need a vacation from your vacation.  Grrr. The laundry, cleaning and grocery shopping necessary to get back into the swing of things is overwhelming to say the least.  What’s interesting is that I now understand the phrase...

Independence Day

Happy Birthday, USA!!! I love the 4th of July.  It’s fun, festive and full of yummy food!  As most of my friends know, I’m always up for a party!  WOOHOO! My favorite part of Independence Day is that it gives me a sense of freedom and pride that I live in such an...

Christmas in July

Having worked for an online retail store many moons ago, I still remember Christmas in July.  As with any retailer, we had to have our Christmas collection selected, ordered and the catalog had to be complete in the beginning of every summer. Do you know how hard it...