About Me
I am a mom, writer, advocate, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, in-law, outlaw, friend, neighbor, Michigander, Detroit sports fan, moviegoer, music lover, global thinker, and suburbanite of Detroit. I love my husband, children, family, friends, neighbors, dog, country, planet, and Italian-Irish heritage.
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Tag Archives: love
Valentine’s Day: The Gift of Time
Recently, I have fought winter snark. A prevalent symptom for this condition includes increased cynicism in the way I view things I read, hear and see. So, here I sit. It’s Valentine’s Day; the holiday when my heart is overflowing … Continue reading
My “A” Team: At the Helm With Mom
Remember my post, Good People Find Good People? I just can’t stop reflecting on these words. Maybe it has something to do with how blessed I am to be surrounded with family, friends, neighbors, teachers, therapists, medical experts, and creative … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Life
Tagged Detroit Tigers, family, Ireland, love, mom, Mother, parenting
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KISS: Keep it Simply Sweet
It’s funny. I sat down to write this post at 8:30 am. At first, I thought it would be a breeze. It is Valentine’s Day after all; and it’s my day for posting about parenting, marital bliss, friendship and things … Continue reading
My Love Affairs with Technology: The XBox Kinect
Where would you be without technology advances? I would probably be lounging on my couch watching subpar television. As 2012 moves into its fifth day, I am feeling the love for a number of technology advances. But, the devotion I … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Fitness, Life
Tagged family, fitness, Kinect, Life, love, love affair, Microsoft, Video game, XBox Kinect
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Happy Birthday: Riff Celebrates Five Years
Five years and 2 hours ago, my husband and I welcomed Riff to the world. There are not words to express the joy I experienced at that moment nor the joy I continue to experience every moment he spends with … Continue reading
Just Say It
Just say it. Today could be like any other. Your family and friends — the people you love — are happy and healthy. They’re at the top of their game. Just say it. Even though, you have said the words … Continue reading
The Love Continues
My love for football and the Detroit Lions burns deep in my soul. Five weeks, five wins, and no losses. The tradition of having to select an alternate team to carry me to the Superbowl is on indefinite pause. I … Continue reading
Posted in Life
Tagged Detroit, Detroit Lions, love, Michigan, Monday Night Football, NFL, Super Bowl
Healing From Loss
How do I help when the loss is so tragic; understand when the pain is beyond comprehension; comfort when the hurt is so deep; answer when there are none? Death is tough. I have been touched — often and recently — from the … Continue reading
Doggy Love: A Heart-Stopping Morning Without Buddy
What is it about pets? My dog Buddy stole my heart 13 years ago when my husband and I bought him. He was so little, warm and fluffy. Today, he is still an irreplaceable family member who provides plenty of … Continue reading
Thoughts About Jobs and Parenting
Last night, my husband and I helped my daughter prepare a show-and-tell presentation for her first grade class. The presentation was about the jobs we have, how these jobs help our community, and the tools we most often use to … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Writers
Tagged adaptability, advanced technology, affordable, automaker, build, business owners, calendar, cars, children, class, clean, comfort, community, cook, discipline, electrical engineer, energy-efficient, energy-efficient vehicles, engineer, explore, GM, help, husband, innovation, jobs, learning, love, magic quest, manufacturing engineer, model cars, movies, new business, nightmares, nurture, organize, pancakes, parenting, phone, pizza, play, play dates, presentation, proposals, reduce oil dependence, rockets, save the planet, school, show-and-tell, social skills, teach, technology, thoughts, TLC, trucks, work ethic, writer
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