First born is almost here

So no more discussing Hilary, Bernie or Donald this year without giving political opinion. As an AP Government teacher, I have a lot of info on how primaries work, how government works and how election cycles work. I can quote the powers of the president and congress....
An American in Iran

An American in Iran

Last year at this time I was dealing with a lot of people telling me ‘don’t go.’ ‘Have you seen the movie ‘Not Without My Daughter’ was a phrase mentioned by friends, family and strangers as I planned to go with my husband to meet...

Memorial Day Weekend

A three day weekend. Yeah. I worked super hard all week so to have that extra day off… woot, woot. Why do we have the day off? We’re remembering those in the military who gave up their lives, like my grandfather who died in WW2 so I never met him. Now that...

Romancing the real life move

Long time readers of my blog know last summer my husband and I moved to the beach. This move is likely a contributor to my current pregnant state. We both being by the beach. It’s calming and honestly I need the ocean to keep me calm at times. (Anyone who knows...