When we first got married, we read a book about the five needs of a man and a woman. I don't have the book to refer to now, but over the last seven years, Ryan and I have made a lot of jokes about three of the male needs—an attractive spouse, sexual fulfillment, and recreational companionship. …
Finding Quiet
Our family found the perfect u-pick orchard last weekend. It was unmanned, with bags for the taking and a box to drop your money in afterward. It had a dozen rows of labeled apple varieties. It was tucked down a twisty road only miles from the coast. But best of all, it was silent. I noticed it …
Quotes to Inspire Your Pen
You know I have a thing for quotes, but what I haven't mentioned is that some of my favorites quotes are about writing. I recently discovered a few new quotes to love, through a lovely Etsy shop called Sparrow Nest Script that sells small, beautiful, hand-lettered journals. "A word after a word …
It’s a Girl!
Let Why Lead has taken a bit slower of a pace for the last few months for one main, happy reason: We're expecting! Baby #3 will arrive in March. I'm feeling great now that I'm in the second trimester. I'm extremely lucky not to get much morning sickness, but I was pretty well wiped out for the …
Knowing a Child
It feels like I know them. I know which boy prefers soy milk to regular. I know at about what time my oldest will need help on the toilet. I know how many gogurts they can eat in a row and what time of day they're most likely to fight. You too, right? You know how much your little one loathes the …
Back Soon!
I'm off enjoying a visit from my parents, who live in Utah. Family is good for the soul! I hope you're soaking up your October. I think I'm convinced it is the best month of the year! …
