Category Archives: Family

My Major Rockstar Hero Girl

Posted on April 18, 2014 by attraversiamodarmaz

I have a teenager now. 13 going on seriously awesome. We have moments of course… Mostly? Just so amazing. Awhile back she was talking to me about a writing assignment. She was to write about one of her heroes. Her … Continue reading →

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Free to be you…kinda

Posted on March 3, 2014 by attraversiamodarmaz

I like to think I am a very open minded person.  I try to support the interests of my children.  I let them choose their clothes, etc.  I don’t even fuss when they proclaim to be a KU fan and … Continue reading →

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It’s a wrap.

Posted on February 9, 2014 by attraversiamodarmaz

At the end of this fine Saturday in cold ass February (come on, it’s true), I reflect on key attributes of good from today. They are: I signed up for a new painting workshop. I returned yoga pants where the … Continue reading →

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Dating ( Totally the D Word)

Posted on February 4, 2014 by attraversiamodarmaz

I have been happily divorced for over three years.  Three years ago, one of my adorable children (who shall remain nameless) told me ever so casually that if I dated someone they would kick them in the nuts.  First I … Continue reading →

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Snuggled In

Posted on January 6, 2014 by attraversiamodarmaz

I have great expectations for 2014, but that doesn’t mean I need to race through each day like a madwoman. That madwoman racing has led me in strange directions I have come to realize. I journaled. I shoveled. I cooked. … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Gift in the History of Ever

Posted on December 24, 2013 by attraversiamodarmaz

I was so excited this year that we raced home ahead of ice and snow to arrive safely for Christmas at Mom and Dad’s.  I know we would survive if weather or sickness kept us in KC, but I’m sure … Continue reading →

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I Want to Hold Your Hand

Posted on December 23, 2013 by attraversiamodarmaz

Sometimes I get creatively stuck on repeat.  It isn’t always a bad thing.  I love each creative process.  Often I also enjoy photography of the process and the product which sometimes I like better than the product itself.  Sometimes there … Continue reading →

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Famous

Posted on December 23, 2013 by attraversiamodarmaz

I think it is pretty interesting to hear my kids talk about fame and popularity.  Odd…what people are drawn to, don’t you think? I didn’t have posters of people I didn’t know that I was crazy about growing up.  I … Continue reading →

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Crazy Little Thing Called Love

Posted on December 20, 2013 by attraversiamodarmaz

Sometimes it just takes a string of interesting chain reactions to cause me to pause and wonder just how off we are around here…in a good way this time…I think. We love big and loud and maybe overwhelming sometimes.  Pretty … Continue reading →

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Oh How You Settle My Nerves

Posted on December 13, 2013 by attraversiamodarmaz

Dear Target, I am ever grateful for my shopping experience. I only started my Christmas shopping yesterday. It seems Christmas will come whether I tackle the list or not, so I might as well. Don’t get me wrong, we are … Continue reading →

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