Tag Archives: Empty Nest

No Foolin’

I am so ready for a new month, and April is usually a good one. April is one of the prettiest months in Washington, D.C. Dogwood and cherry blossom trees are in full bloom. Daffodils, tulips, and hyacinth add color and fragrance to … Continue reading

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Mardi Gras At Fogo De Chao

Last night we celebrated my son’s 17th birthday with what has become an annual tradition: a family dinner at Fogo de Chao. It’s a teenage boy’s dream with waiters (“gaucho chefs”) slicing freshly roasted meat right onto your plate–top sirloin, bottom … Continue reading

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Three Things Thursday (The Grandmommy Edition)

This weekend I spent a total of 7 hours in the car with my mom. Here are three things I learned about her. 1.  My mom does not usually wear a seat-belt.   Ack! We talked about this. Or, I at … Continue reading

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Going to Church

I grew up in a family where going to church on Sunday was a given. Actually, I went to Sunday School while my parents went to the church service at the same time, but Sunday School had a similar format … Continue reading

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Because My Daughter is Home

Because my daugther is home, I need to keep the pantry stocked with her favorites. (Ginger Ale, Multigrain Cheerios, Bagel Bites) Because my daughter is home, I need to run the dishwasher every day. (Don’t you already have a glass … Continue reading

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