My husband and I started dating 16 years ago today. I remember it like it was yesterday. I was never really one of those girls that screamed in pure excitement when something amazing just happened to myself or a friend.... Continue Reading →
The other day I stood in the kitchen making dinner. I was craving curry and with the flu running rampant within my friends' families and strep in my house I needed something that would help kick the bugs away. Jeremy... Continue Reading →
I need to do something productive. I had intended to take a break from a scheduled post for writing because there has been so much going on. And I didn't want the pressure. I just wanted to focus on the adoption.... Continue Reading →
Good morning Moms, It is Mother's Day today and I wanted to give you encouragement. You have the world's toughest job. You work at every stroke of the clock. Sometimes without gratitude. Sometimes you're haggard and not put together.... Continue Reading →
Saying goodbye never gets easier. No matter how many times, or to what degree you have to do it. And, this goodbye is no different. Today, I received news that a good friend of mine was struggling with the very,... Continue Reading →
Hey All! Wanted to make sure I let you all knowing that I created a new blog, Flores Adoption Adventures, to document the journey my husband and I are on to grow our family. I've been thinking a great deal... Continue Reading →
It goes to say that even if you move far away from home you still miss it on occasion. I think it's that time of the year where I sorely miss home. Even my subconscious is telling me my heart... Continue Reading →
Oi, will the paperwork ever end? I guess that's where you really start. Sure, there is the agency research and the endless hours reading literally everything you can about fostering and adopting but the paperwork is where the ball begins... Continue Reading →
Surprise! Hours ago my siblings and I were successful in surprising my mom with her oldest daughter, husband, and youngest grand baby flying into SeaTac. She didn't know squat (I hope) about the visit. And let me tell you, it... Continue Reading →
From Sand to Gemstones 