Kids, Chaos, and Puppy Love

No joke.  I truly thought when my children left the nest I’d fly away, too.  If I didn’t make it as far as Italy or Ecuador, I’d migrate south to Seagrove or west to Big Sur.  I’d park my vintage camper (circa 1959) and chase seagulls, collect shells, and make a mermaid my muse.  I’d bake pies like Sylvia Plath and burn rubber if…

Staycation Stop #7: Hello Kitty!

If you are staying home this summer, there’s no better time to adopt a new pet. June is Adopt-a-Shelter-Cat month and this Saturday, June 19th from 11-2 you can give a kitty or cat a home. The Nashville Cat Rescue will be hosting an adoption event at the 100 Oaks PetSmart. Even if you’re not interested in claiming a feline friend you are invited…

To Our Golden Girl

This is the first morning at home I can remember in 12 years that didn’t start with opening a can of dog food and refilling a water bowl. No doubt there were a few times Annie, our golden retriever…