Busy day! Worked on some last minute Christmas gifts but mostly held Baby Alice. Her first tooth just broke through the gum and she wanted a lot of cuddling and holding. (I’m okay with that… time is going so fast as is! I can handle the cuddle time) So instead of a long post tonight you get this hysterical you tube video …….. while I go find Gracie………(our dog!!) I’m Refreshing My Blog (and Exorcising Some Digital Ghosts) Updating old blog content is like digital archaeology—except I’ve unearthed a full-on resident spirit: The Ghost of Peanut Butter and Whine. This digital poltergeist has been causing absolute chaos behind the scenes. If things look a little haunted around here, here is the proof: My 2026 Blog Refresh Plan To banish these spirits and keep my traffic climbing, I’m launching a step-by-step exorcism plan: Stick Around Please! Don’t let this be a “one and done” visit. While I’m cleaning house and banishing…

I love TV so much and I’m really sad that Oprah’s not on the air anymore. I went to to make sure I got her new channel but you know, it’s just not the same as her old show which was just amazing. I am just the biggest proponent of following your dreams and doing a lot of self exploration to figure out what’s going to make you happy in this life and I think Ms. Oprah is a shining example of all that. She’s helped so many people who need help and I think she’s got a really keen eye for interviewing and asking people tough questions in a way that they don’t feel threatened. I love her style and even Gayle cracks me up so I’m sad that I can’t DVR her show at 4 every day and look forward to watching it when I get off work. I know, I know, I sound like the quintessential cat lady…