I think most people agree that today is a pretty awesome day, because this year it is the first day of Fall. Temperatures are starting to cool down, the leaves are changing colors, and the excitement of things like football and Halloween make this season really special. But today (September 22nd) is even way more… Continue reading Lessons from Mom
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Mini Adventure: Dodger Game with my Dad
Some weekends stand out as ones that you’ll remember years into the future. I have to say, this weekend will most definitely be one of those for me. I spent the weekend going down to Los Angeles to see a Dodger baseball game with Dad. Although this isn’t the first baseball game I’ve seen… Continue reading Mini Adventure: Dodger Game with my Dad
College Bound Part II- Saying Goodbye
As I mentioned on Friday, my stepdaughter is now officially a freshman in college. This weekend we moved her down to her school, California State University, Long Beach, and helped her get settled into her dorm. To be totally honest, it was way more emotional than I thought it was going to be. And… Continue reading College Bound Part II- Saying Goodbye
Becoming an empty nester | Stepdaughter goes to college
I am super blessed to have two amazing stepkids. Aidan is 20 and starting his third year at Chico State, and Maura is 18 and starting her freshman year at Long Beach State. My husband and I got together over 13 years ago, when the kids were just 5 and 7. They have always been… Continue reading Becoming an empty nester | Stepdaughter goes to college
What I’ve Learned From My Sister
My little (and only) sister turns 30 today. That is so crazy to me. She’s Colleen, my little sister, how can she be 30?? Well as Aaliyah sang, Age Ain’t Nothing but a Number, and my sister embodies that truth. She may have entered adulthood long ago and must take care of the responsibilities that… Continue reading What I’ve Learned From My Sister
Flight Is Cancelled | What’s Next?
Sooo, about that trip to San Diego… Yeah, it didn’t happen. Our flight got cancelled. On Friday I posted about our soon to happen getaway to San Diego. It was going to be a quick trip, flying down Saturday and back home on Sunday. We were going for a 10th wedding anniversary party. Basically, a… Continue reading Flight Is Cancelled | What’s Next?
About My Reilly
In my mind, there is nothing like owning a dog. No matter what is going on in life, a dog is always happy to see you. They follow you around with their tails wagging and remind you about some of the fundamentals of a life lived well: Show the people you love how much you… Continue reading About My Reilly