A decade ago
I started 2010 with my favorite people in all the world: my family. We played Wii and ate snacks, and my godson spent the night
Tag: relationships
4 things that save my marriage every day
Brian and I have been married for more than 6 months now, so I’m pretty confident that gives me authority to offer up marriage advice.
Perfect Date Ideas if Killing a Man Sounds Like a Hot Date
A few weeks ago, we had our first shower. It was lovely, and Brian’s family is wonderful, and I love them. One of the activities
I’m Not Normal
“You’re not normal.” “I know.” “That’s why you love me.” “It really is.” I’m so lucky, you guys, to have someone like Brian who not
Frolicking in the Park
Sometimes, it amazes me, the beauty that surrounds us. A few weeks ago, Brian and I took a stroll down the Fox River in Geneva,
Reasons I’m Going to Marry Brian
Brian and I are getting married on September 16. For those of you not interested in mathing that out, it’s approximately 4.5 months (or exactly
My Life in Snapchat Color Part I
I’ve only been snapping since 2014-ish. And in that time, I’ve managed to capture my essence. Of course, I’m well aware of the inane selfies
Planning a Wedding is Hard Work
It’s been a little over two months since Brian and I got engaged. We (and by we, let’s be honest here, I mostly mean me)
Your Prayers Are Answered, My Child
Did you know people send prayers out into the universe via The Google? I did. Do you know how I knew that? Because their prayers
I Didn’t Want Him to Buy an Engagement Ring
After a certain point in your relationship, people start asking questions. They ask if wedding bells will be ringing in the near future. They start grabbing your
Things You Shouldn’t Do When the Side Effects of Your Meds Include Anxiety
I pinched a nerve in my back. Which, if you’ve never done so, is one of the most painful experiences I’ve ever had the “pleasure”
How to Make Your Boyfriend Hate You
If you’re new around here, you may want to start The Grown Up Story from the beginning. But you may not, and that’s okay too.
