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Words of Wisdom
My youngest son was invited to a sleepover at his friend's house. It wasn't for a birthday party or anything significant but four...
itallstartsintheho
Jul 5, 20232 min read
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His Nature
I like to speak declarations over my children before they leave the house, and one particular morning was no different. I said the usual...
itallstartsintheho
Jun 29, 20232 min read
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Vision Test
When I was younger, around 17-18, my optometrist told me I had 20/10 vision. I didn't know what it meant back then, just that it was...
itallstartsintheho
Jun 21, 20232 min read
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Siblings
My daughter graduated from high school last week. Seeing her walk across the stage with her classmates was a bittersweet moment. Even...
itallstartsintheho
Jun 13, 20233 min read
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Applause, Please!
Over the last few months, I have attended different graduations and celebrations. During most of the events, the master of ceremonies,...
itallstartsintheho
Jun 6, 20231 min read
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Spring Cleaning
We had our seasonal big cleaning day as a family. We cleaned the nooks and crannies that we could reach. We purged bags upon bags of...
itallstartsintheho
May 30, 20232 min read
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Achievers
I had the opportunity to attend an award ceremony at my daughter's high school. It was an invitation-only event for those who would be...
itallstartsintheho
May 27, 20232 min read
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In the Process
Even after many years of watching and supporting my son in volleyball, I'm still learning the game. You can find me always asking one of...
itallstartsintheho
May 18, 20232 min read
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Take the Picture
I love sifting through photos. I have many printed, some placed in frames and albums and others in boxes. But most are stored on my phone...
itallstartsintheho
May 10, 20231 min read
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Lost and Found
My husband and I try to pray together every morning. Some days it's sitting in our family room or in our office. And then other times...
itallstartsintheho
May 3, 20232 min read
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Lines
Starting in my late 20's, I have been more conscious of my skin. I'm not an expert by any means, but I do try to use the proper skin...
itallstartsintheho
Apr 26, 20232 min read
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Rough Edges
Part II - Post written a couple of weeks ago. My son had another game we were privileged to attend this past Saturday. It was his last...
itallstartsintheho
Apr 18, 20232 min read
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Self Control
Part I - Post written a month ago. I hadn't seen my oldest son for a few weeks, so I was eager and excited to be with him last weekend....
itallstartsintheho
Apr 12, 20232 min read
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Another Year Around the Sun
How is it another year since my last birthday? Gosh, time flies too fast. I feel like I just celebrated my 50th. As I reflect on the past...
itallstartsintheho
Apr 6, 20231 min read
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Linger
I have a disdain for being late. All of my family members are either on time or early to a function. A few can even be considered "too...
itallstartsintheho
Mar 28, 20232 min read
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Failure and Forgiveness
My new boss and I conversed one afternoon, leading us on a rabbit trail of different topics. One, in particular, hopped in and left an...
itallstartsintheho
Mar 21, 20233 min read
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Follow the Signs
I had another opportunity to watch my son play collegiate volleyball last weekend. I love watching him do what he loves, but he could...
itallstartsintheho
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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Just Do
I know some people who love movies and will go the day it premieres. Some will even wait in line for tickets the night before because...
itallstartsintheho
Mar 8, 20234 min read
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Dash
My husband and I attended a memorial service a couple of weekends ago. Friends and family shared beautiful memories about the deceased....
itallstartsintheho
Mar 1, 20232 min read
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1, 2, 3 All Eyes On Me
I started working outside of the home. After searching for a job for months, one fell on my lap. (It's not my ideal occupation, but...
itallstartsintheho
Feb 21, 20232 min read
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