by Mary Carver | Feb 5, 2011 | Giving Up on Perfect
When I went into the hospital before delivering Annalyn, my Nana – my mom’s sister, my aunt – was there right away. She brought me a book (because she knows how much I love to read…just like her) and, I believe, something to use on my nails....
by Mary Carver | Feb 3, 2011 | Giving Up on Perfect
Talkin’ to myself and feeling old. Sometimes I’d like to quit; Nothing ever seems to fit; Hangin’ around, nothing to do but frown; Snowy days and Thursdays always get me down Okay, so the old Carpenters song is about rainy days and Mondays, but...
by Mary Carver | Feb 2, 2011 | Giving Up on Perfect
Four days ago, I arrived home. I was full of ideas and inspiration, and I couldn’t wait to hug my kiddo (and husband). Today, I feel dull and irritated, completely unmotivated and uninspired. And I actually put my darling daughter to bed half an hour early just...
by Mary Carver | Feb 1, 2011 | Family Life, Giving Up on Perfect
Writing recaps of my favorite TV shows? Piece of cake. Writing recaps of blog conferences? Crazy difficult. Finally giving myself permission to read everyone else’s recap because mine is published? Priceless. Or, at least it will be, once I get through this...
by Mary Carver | Jan 30, 2011 | Home Life, recipes & food
Last year (as in, late 2009), I briefly considered adding a theme to my very small, very casual New Year’s Eve party. Because that seemed – after much thought – like overkill, I decided to save my theme idea for later. And now, finally, I’ve...
