Archive for August, 2007

What I learned on Summer Vacation

Monday, August 27th, 2007

A vacation is a break away from the ordinary, but there are some things from which you should not take a vacation. Vitamins, for one. Flashback to the night before we left on vacation... A lone figure stands in a dark kitchen, illuminated only by a small light above the stove. The ...

Wabi Sabi Vacation

Thursday, August 23rd, 2007

Our first wabi sabi vacation was a huge success. After 10 days away (I can't bring myself to say it is over. State of mind and all.) we are now back home, safe and sound. It was long enough for me to forget a few passwords, shake off all the residue ...

Vacation - Day 9

Tuesday, August 21st, 2007

Today our vacation travels take us to New Mexico and Arizona courtesy of Amtrak. This time I was better prepared for the journey and packed not only kid-friendly, but momma-friendly food. So while the children enjoyed the novelty of eating in the dining and cafe car, I've eaten yummy live ...

Vacation - Day 8

Monday, August 20th, 2007

What a wonderful day it was! Our last day in The Springs, and I really wanted to cross off three more things on "the list" -- and we did! 1) Cave of the Winds. We took the 45 minute Discovery Tour and had a great family photo taken inside the cave. 2) ...