Life observations
Rowan couldn’t sleep. He rested his chin on his hand and looked out the window at the lamp by the sidewalk. Its light spilled onto the steps and the path. Everything else was quiet. The lamp stayed on, watching the house like a soldier.
Not all treasures sparkle. Some rattle softly in old tins, waiting patiently to be chosen, and know exactly where they belong. A bedtime story about a blanket, a button, and family connections.
What is your favorite word and where does it take us? Here’s my answer: part wordplay, part confession, and part British “Brilliant!”.
2025’s supposed to be a “tie up loose ends” year. Mine’s been a rollercoaster—health, family nonsense, and my husband—the Heat Miser—testing Arizona. Somewhere between loops, I remembered what I missed: the words.
I haven’t lost my mind. Just buried it somewhere between summer travel plans, blackout dates, loyalty logins, and a tab that’s been open for two weeks too long.
ust got a dyslexia diagnosis? Here’s what helped us move forward—real tips from a parent who’s been there, without the overwhelm or expert jargon.
Got a strong chewer or a working-breed dog who destroys toys for sport? Our Aussie, Olive, was an expert in toy destruction—until these stood up to the test. From her blueberry-scented forever ball to her favorite gift-wrapped squeaker, here are the toys that actually lasted.
Celebrate May the 4th with a free Aussie Jedi printable! Meet Olive, the Australian Shepherd whose legendary bacon heist made her our very own Master Jedi. Grab your download and enjoy her true Jedi-level skills!
A personal reflection on induction cooktops, innovation, and how small technologies quietly protect the people and places that matter most.
It wasn’t the perfect words that saved the moment—it was the pause between them.
Sometimes the people who love you see what you can’t. This isn’t about control—it’s about connection, boundaries, and the courage to speak up.
Dyslexia is not about reversing letters. Learn the truth about what dyslexia really is, why the old myths persist, and how we can better support students who learn differently.