Finding Joy in the Journey
By the standards of this world, and to be honest, our own expectations, 2018 hasn't been off to what would generally be a "great" start in the Pyne household. I don't need to go into details; this isn't that kind of post. But, suffice it to say there have been more questions than answers, more... Continue Reading →
If you've spent any time around me, AT ALL, you know I'm a planner. When I say that...it's more than a word. I remember being so excited for syllabus week during each college semester. I'd come home with my new semester plans for each class, hand write them in my big giant planner and schedule... Continue Reading →
For those who don't know me well...I have something to share. Probably something many others can relate to. I fought turning 30, and leaving my 20's behind like nothing else. Maybe it has something to do with wanting to hang on to the sense of freedom I thought I felt during that glorious decade that... Continue Reading →
When people ask how John and I met, when we started dating, or more about our “story,” they’re often shocked. We’ve known each other forever. We started dating in high school. John proposed while he was still 19. We got married in college. Started our family right away. We get mixed reactions, ranging from “aww”... Continue Reading →
Christmas is a magical time. Enjoying the peace and promises of the season, time with loved ones and reflection is truly amazing, isn't it? As the season begins to wind down and we start to look ahead to the new year, I've been focusing on taking it all in and making the most of this... Continue Reading →
(Photo credit: https://www.facebook.com/jwhitmanphotography/) Our family has been blessed by adventure over the past few years. Many of you have followed our journey. But, as quick snapshot... John and I got married in college. Living between John's roommates and my still great friend/roommate was an adventure of it's own (ha!). But, from there, we came home and... Continue Reading →
I woke up this morning thinking about how the day was going to go, getting my ducks in a row and thinking about the to-do list I keep in my head. Then I opened the news (something I do every morning), and was stunned. Last night, while many of us slept, tragedy unfolded... Continue Reading →
I love when I can share a little bit about what's going on in our lives. Sometimes, that level of honesty is terrifying. But, lately, I've heard from a lot of you that you can relate. So, I'm going to keep the trend moving. Moving from NC to PA has been a challenge, but not... Continue Reading →
My thoughts are scattered this morning; I think a lot of people can relate to this. I share this not for sympathy, but to ask you to bear with me as I try to share what I believe I need to share. It might not be succinct, it might not flow just the way I'd... Continue Reading →
This year has been a whirlwind! In addition to doing day to day life, we've had many opportunities to travel, that we have taken advantage of to the fullest extent possible. So much so, that I've had a lot of people ask me to start sharing how we do it. Based on this, I thought... Continue Reading →
Take Two 