Book 19 was another book we are reading as a campus:
Little Handprints
This blog won't capture the major milestones of life. Instead, this is the place where I hope to capture the little day to day realities of life...the little things that I want to remember when the little handprints have faded away.
Monday, July 14, 2025
Books 18 and 19
Thursday, July 10, 2025
And Now He's Off!
Yesterday he went 4-2:
He said one of his losses was to a guy who placed at state and he can see why!
With both kids away this week, Brad and I are actually enjoying our little preview of empty nest. We certainly miss them and love getting their updates, but we also are loving the time together and the ability to be a bit more spontaneous.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
She's Off!
I am so proud of how she is launching herself into new experiences, and I can't wait to keep hearing about her adventures.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
A Quick Trip North
We made a very quick trip to Wisconsin last week. The primary purpose of our visit was to see Papa Don and Grandma Nancy:
It was the first time we had seen them since they moved up there, and we are so grateful for the time together. We also fell in love with their little corner of Wisconsin.
One of the things on Brad's bucket list was to visit the House on the Rock, which features prominently in one of his favorite books. We had no idea it was fifteen minutes from their house! We stayed at the House on the Rock Resort, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and his team. It has been beautifully maintained, and we loved sitting on our balconies and watching the deer in the evening.
The House itself was built by one of the most eccentric men in history, and pictures will never do it justice. It was the perfect way to celebrate 23 years, though:

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Book 17
It was fascinating to read about the key characteristics of each generation and how they impact each other. Working on a college campus, I can see some of those interactions so clearly now, and it was helpful to think about how the world is changing as Gen Z becomes adults. I highly recommend for anyone in leadership in any organization.
Monday, June 9, 2025
Books 15 and 16
The second book was a major goal of mine:
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Happy Birthday to Me!
Saturday we are spending the day doing nothing as the final celebration, which I am so very, very excited about!