How many articles have you seen lately promising the best gift ideas ever? Perhaps you’ve had a few emails promising something at a great price that is sure to please anyone. Maybe you’ve searched in vain for that “perfect” gift. I have the answer you seek. No. Seriously. I know the what the best holiday gift is. The best thing to give someone at the holidays (or really anytime) is the gift of yourself. Corny? Yes. But true nonetheless. There is only one you and to the people who love you most, you are enough. Your children might be making Read More
Category: family
Adventures In And Around Salt Lake City
Last month, my family took a road trip to Salt Lake City. What a fun city to visit! The mountain and desert views are amazing. We had some really good food and visited some fun places. I wrote a post about the road trip itself, but didn’t include what we did while we were in Utah. I mean, the road trip was half the fun, but Salt Lake City is a great place to visit whether you drive or fly there. We only had three days in Salt Lake City, so the ideas found here just scratch the surface of Read More
Stop Touching Me! Family Road Trip to Salt Lake City
Do the words “family road trip” scare you? It really doesn’t have to be scary. My family took a road trip in late June from California to Salt Lake City, Utah. My husband had a professional conference in Salt Lake City and it was the only opportunity for all of us to take a trip together this summer. We’ve driven this route before. Once when my son was only a year old. It’s easier now that the kids are mostly grown, but it still takes preparation and a good attitude. Getting ready for a family road trip with older kids Read More
Love On a Leash: My Rescue Dogs
I love my rescue dogs! Sure, they are messy and needy. Yes, their breath could smell better and their idea of personal space is ridiculous. But they are the most loving creatures and I get to share every day with them. They are happy to see me no matter what. They forgive my mistakes (oops! was that your tail?) and never seem to notice if I’m having a bad hair day. I am grateful to have these loving creatures in my life and in my family’s life. In case you weren’t aware, I am an animal lover. As a kid, Read More