Oops – she’s a Daisy!

As a child, I often dreamed of being a Girl Scout.  We’d walk into the Sears & Roebuck Department Store and I’d see the mannequins dressed as a Girl Scout and a Brownie, and instantly I’d be filled with desire.  The desire to be that girl…the one in the little brown skirt with the brown-and-white… Continue reading Oops – she’s a Daisy!

Goodness, Gracious, Great Gobbler Goodies!

This weekend is the annual Pack 303 Family Campout at Erwin Park.  We always try to go once the weather is cooler.  I think we achieved that.  With an overnight low predicted to be in the upper 30’s, I’d say it’s cooled down just a bit.  I’m still trying to be excited about sleeping outside… Continue reading Goodness, Gracious, Great Gobbler Goodies!

Onward and Upward

Back in August, I posted about signing the kids up for soccer this fall and how Crisana was convinced she was going to play in pink cleats. Here it is, now November, with only two games left in the season, and I have yet to post a single picture or game description.  And what’s worse,… Continue reading Onward and Upward

The Evolution of a Great Day

5:20 A.M. – Wake up for no apparent reason. Not liking the way this day is starting. 5:50 A.M. – Tired of tossing and turning and trying to sleep, finally get up. Not thinking it’s going to be a great day. Try to find a quiet yet productive activity to consume my time while waiting… Continue reading The Evolution of a Great Day