The Happiest Place on Earth

The Happiest Place on Earth

In 2001 and 2002, I worked at the Happiest Place on Earth. Yep, Disneyland California.  It was a pretty great job for a college student. I had a costume. I worked in a place called Fantasyland. On Saturday nights, I got to see a world-class fireworks show and an...
Good Morning and Good Night

Good Morning and Good Night

Lightning McQueen “matchbox” car. Legos made into a train.  These are just a couple of the toys that our son, Rocco, falls asleep holding in his hands at night. Almost every evening, he makes SURE that he is holding tightly onto something that is...
In Everything Give Thanks

In Everything Give Thanks

Turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, pumpkin pie… I have to admit, Thanksgiving dinner is one of my absolute favorite meals, and sometimes the excitement of stuffing my face until I can’t eat anymore takes focus from what this day is really...