Shake it up
I dare you to watch this and not smile. With infinite love, gratitude, and respect, SloaneFiled under: Films, Videos, YouTube
View ArticleGod gave me you
“God gave me you for the ups and downs. God gave me you for the days of doubt. On my own I’m only half of what I could be. I can’t do this without you. We are stitched together. And what love has...
View ArticleSome videos
So, uh, about those music videos I’ve been trying to post every Wednesday….oops. Exactly one month has passed since my last one. With this entry I hope to redeem myself. Not only am I all caught up...
View ArticleMovies and splits
My kiddos + Theresa & Kinsey + McLoskey family = FUN! The kids enjoyed an afternoon at the movies seeing Nut Job. Adam jumps at any chance to hang out with his lifelong friends so he had a blast....
View ArticleDon’t expect too much
“If you don’t expect too much from me you might not be let down.” It’s Wednesday. You know what that means…or actually you may not…considering I’ve neglected it for several decades now. Time to...
View ArticleSeptember Saturday
Contributing to the creation, development, and guidance of these two little humans is by far the best thing I’ve ever done. With infinite love, gratitude, and respect, SloaneFiled under: Adam, Kids,...
View ArticleBelated giving of thanks
♥ A short list of things for which I am thankful: family; friends; Neshoba; a roof over my head; food in my belly; all the luxuries I don’t need; being alive; and the fact that I have a clear head...
View Article#BahHumbug
My dear friend Bethany invited me to Highpoint Church with her two weeks ago. No sooner than I walked through the door did I realize it wasn’t your typical Bible Belt affair– emblazoned on the front...
View ArticleWork
“Every night I’m gonna do it like it’s my last This dream is all that I need Cause it’s all that I ever had….” So I’m loving I-G-G-Y. My parents didn’t send me through customs at 16 but I pledge...
View ArticleLocal news superstars
Ever wonder where they find some of the distinguished citizens offering commentary on the local news? National news showcases polished professionals and expert witnesses, which makes for compelling...
View ArticleSeventh heaven for Adam
HAPPY 7th BIRTHDAY, ADAM! As opposed to a single party we opted for a series of smaller birthday events. Immediately after school Adam blew out his candles and received a few of his Legos. Then it was...
View ArticleOutstanding orangutan
I dare you to watch this without smiling. Something about an orangutan revealing all his teeth when he laughs– and rolling over and kicking his feet in amusement– warms my heart. My children love...
View ArticleJoyeux Noël
“Merry Christmas 🎄 Santa’s elves sure were busy last night. The kids awoke to presents under tree and stockings stuffed with goodies. Although it’s not about the amount of stuff or dollars spent I am...
View ArticleWe can be heroes
Combining days 11 and 12 make sense because I find any excuse to procrastinate they both involve the entertainment industry. I’ve never cared much for award shows and the Golden Globes are no...
View Article“Oh shit, the cake’s on fire!”
It’s taken me an entire week to recover from Tatum’s festivities, hence the belated birthday post. Dreading the celebration associated with my child’s special day [or in her case weekend] makes me...
View ArticleLast day of summer
…and what a fantastic summer it was. Technology galore! Adam purchased an Xbox with his own money. Tatum discovered the joy of [supervised] YouTube. My children can work electronic devices better...
View ArticleI cling to the 9%!
Last fall I purchased a DNA kit from Ancestry.com, hoping to shed some light on my international genetic makeup. I spit awkwardly into a plastic test tube, made a video to commemorate the occasion...
View Article10 years of Adam
Adam Harrison Reed ….turned ten years old today! My animated, awesomest Aries [because I did the alliteration with Tatum’s birthday post I had to follow suit with brother] finally reached the...
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