Mac Daddy is the ultimate dad. He has been since day one. I never loved him more than when I watched him cradle newborn baby Bird in the middle of the night when we brought him home from the hospital. Our house was a disheveled disaster as we were in the midst of … [Read more...] about Daddy’s Drink – 5:00 Fridays
Mac Daddy
Happy Anniversary, Mac Daddy! – Wordless Wednesday
Gay Marriage Doesn’t Threaten My Marriage
Tomorrow Mac Daddy and I will celebrate our twelfth wedding anniversary. We got married in Key West on a sunny, hot day in the gardens of the Audubon House. Pastor Ken, a retired Navy chaplain conducted the ceremony, and we wrote our own vows. It was simple and touching and … [Read more...] about Gay Marriage Doesn’t Threaten My Marriage
Dress for Less
The holiday season means there are many opportunities to pretty up and head out. We tuck away our comfy go-to jeans that are a smidge too loose and kick around cowboy boots in favor of dresses cut down to there a la Lola and va va voom heels. This time of year gives us girls a … [Read more...] about Dress for Less
Thanksgiving Thoughts
See those smiling boys? That is what I am thankful for. I'm also thankful for the man behind the lens. ;-) I'm afraid Thanksgiving has lost its wholesome sheen. Retailers have bastardized the holiday, making us more focused on door buster deals and spending money than spending … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Thoughts
Fireside Friends – 5:00 Fridays
We've had glorious fall weather in North Carolina this week. Sunny days in the upper 60s/low 70s make for gorgeous dog walking weather. There's a nip in the air in the mornings, but the sun is in full force with blue skies wrapping the day up in a picturesque package. It has been … [Read more...] about Fireside Friends – 5:00 Fridays
All Dressed Up and Somewhere To Go – 5:00 Fridays
Mac Daddy and I have a black tie party to attend tonight. We're going out like real grown ups with a social life. We even have two more cocktail parties to attend this week. In case you're bad at math, that's three parties in one week that require me to stand up straight and suck … [Read more...] about All Dressed Up and Somewhere To Go – 5:00 Fridays