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Toddlers and Tiaras, Here We Come!
It was a lovely day. You know, one of those days that's around 90 degrees with 100% humidity. One of those days when a typhoon is forecast, so in addition to the heat and the humidity, it's overcast with a slow, constant drizzle. One of those days that no matter...
The Crib Conundrum
For you longer-term readers, you might remember how... detailed I was when it came to planning Elisabeth's nursery. I read and re-read and then read again all the books, blogs, reviews, and what have you to determine the safest yet still aesthetically pleasing...
Minivan: Update
My, my. My minivan post seemed to strike a chord with others who equally abhor their mode of transportation. While some readers commiserated, others reveled in my new minivan-mom status. Take this email I received from a friend and former co-worker: So, I was...
And Then I Bought a Minivan
Remember when I swore I would never, NEVER drive a minivan? I didn't care if I had 12 kids - you were never going to find me behind the wheel of a minivan. I repeat: Never. And then I moved to Japan. Where on base, minivans are so prolific, I often can't distinguish...
Let the Countdown Begin!
Damon left for deployment yesterday - so yeah, that sucks. In the pandemonium that has been our lives recently, I didn't really have much opportunity to dwell on his inevitable departure. A good thing, I think. After all, it is what it is. Damon deploys. We go...
Hi, I’m Diana! I’m a mom of four, a military spouse, and I have no idea how to write a bio that doesn’t sound like a dating profile. Since I don’t want to give any reader the wrong impression, this will be brief.
The Navy life is unpredictable and stressful and sometimes sad but can also be wildly exciting and rewarding. This space is where I try to find the humor in it all – laugh so you don’t cry, right? Thanks for joining me on this adventure. I hope you enjoy.