Author: Jamie

  • Reasons to Exercise

    Reasons to Exercise

    We’re back from the beach — and a ridiculously long drive because little kids require frequent potty breaks, because the dogs are picky potty-ers and have to find just the right spot, and because I hate highways so I don’t drive as fast as many folks do. But all three dogs did SO great I…

  • Week-end: links & life {vol. 26}

    Week-end: links & life {vol. 26}

    “Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson We’ve been soaking in the sun and sea and fresh air this week, as well as doing a bit of dream chasing. Though we drove right into Tropical Storm Ana to kick off our vacation week, the weather has been fabulous…

  • What I’m loving right now

    What I’m loving right now

    There’s nothing like a good ol’ random post, right? Or is that just me and my random-thinking brain? Am I alone in my love of random? Regardless, let’s talk about some of what’s making me smile lately. books that make me think No matter what genre, I like books to inspire my thinking and stretch…

  • Week-end: links & life {vol. 25}

    Week-end: links & life {vol. 25}

    “I believe in kindness. Also in mischief. Also in singing, especially when singing is not necessarily prescribed.” – Mary Oliver Ken keeps life interesting. Whether he’s singing some Australian folk song about a kangaroo (he’s a Georgia boy; where does he get this stuff?) or laughing with me about crazy things kids do, my life…

  • Beach Activities for Kids

    Beach Activities for Kids

    We have BEACH on the brain right now as we count down the days until our next trip. One thing I love about our vacations is the laid-back vibe, and I never like to have too much planned. I think the kids could build sand castles and chase waves ALL.DAY.LONG and be perfectly happy, but…