When did every moment become “a thing”?

When did every moment become "a thing"? And why does it have to be so over the top? I blame social platforms - because how would you fuel FOMO if you didn't have an insta-worthy photos? But it goes back farther than that. It used to be called "keeping up with the Joneses." I first … Continue reading When did every moment become “a thing”?

June 2022

June turned out to be a quiet month, which was fine by me. Kid #1 got his wisdom teeth out the last week in May, so there was not much activity that week for him. He was able to get back on at the pizza place he had worked at during high school, and also … Continue reading June 2022

San Fran and disc golf

After graduation, we spent a few days at home, then drove up to Kansas City on Sunday so the boys could fly back to San Francisco with Aunt Lisa. Scott and I also attended cousin Jake's college graduation. In California, Lisa took them to a couple of disc golf courses including the Golden Gate Disc … Continue reading San Fran and disc golf

2022 graduation

Everyone in our house is a high school graduate now! There were no COVID protocols, like last year. The students were allowed a walking partner (last year they walked in single file), didn't wear masks and there were no limits on tickets. Kid #2 graduated with several honors including cum laude, National Honor Society, Kansas … Continue reading 2022 graduation

2022 graduation open house

Graduation parties weren't "a thing" when I was a kid, but I guess they are now. We celebrated Zach's high school graduation with a come and go open house. He will be attending Emporia State University in the fall. 🐝 #StingersUp The theme was "sweet success" and se served seven different kinds of cookies (chocolate … Continue reading 2022 graduation open house