About Marcy
I'm tackling a series of challenges, and I'm becoming less timid and squeamish in the process. I'm also writing my memoirs, one scene at a time. Come along for the ride. Read more.
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- { The picture at the end gave me goose bumps. So lovely. } – May 18, 7:41 PM
- { Awesome post, awesome kids, awesome breakfast! Trifecta of awesomeness. } – May 18, 2:16 PM
- { What a beautiful family! I loved this post! AMerican fried rice....ick. } – May 18, 2:05 PM
- { How beautiful, and how true.
And I laughed at the "American Fried Rice." } – May 18, 1:23 PM - { You had me at American Fried Rice and the picture, food glorious food...the rest was just an excellent bonus. } – May 18, 12:44 PM
- { What a great analogy for motherhood! I was heavy in the Bitter Greens and Sweets this mother's day as well. Beautiful family! } – May 18, 11:59 AM
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Monthly Archives: November 2012
The Voice in My Head is Now Set to Music: My Theme Song
The voice in my head is now set to music. “Don’t be! Too timid and-d squeamish…” All I had asked for was a few seconds of original music that I could use in the beginning of a video. Make it … Continue reading
Leftover Turkey Oatmeal
During this Thanksgiving weekend, I have a mountain of leftovers to contend with. I have a theory that any great meal that features a carb can be switched up a bit to make a savory oatmeal recipe. Could “Day After … Continue reading
Through the Years
#DPSFAMILY I’ve snapped a picture of my two sons on Thanksgiving weekend for the last 13 years. Where have those little boys gone? {Celebrate your courage. Send me a postcard.} Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share … Continue reading
Pet Peeves
I try to be an easy-going person, but as I explain in the video below, I know I have at least a few pet peeves… Happy Thanksgiving! Related posts and other vlogs: Benign (Thanksgiving 2011) Why I Blog Butternut Squash … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Cookies: Cinnamon Banana Nut Cookies
Cinnamon Banana Nut Cookies These cookies are fruity, nutty, and sweet with a touch of cinnamon that spreads throughout the house as they bake. (Recipe) These Thanksgiving cookies are the perfect complement to a turkey-day feast. It was fun to … Continue reading
Peru, My Pet, and a Moral Dilemma
Exciting news! I’ve just booked our next family trip. We are going to hike the Inca Trail in Peru next summer. As I explain in the video below, though, this has brought up a bit of a moral dilemma. My … Continue reading
9 Easy Ways to Save Money to Travel
Reclining Buddha, Bangkok, Thailand How to Save $10,000 a Year to Travel Travel is my passion, and in the last six years, I’ve taken big family trips to Thailand, Morocco, Ireland, Greece, the American West, Florida, New Orleans, and Chicago. … Continue reading
Why I Blog
Why I Blog “I found, to my surprise, that the more I did, the less timid I became.” Why do I blog? In my three-minute video, I consider karaoke, a mechanical bull, and Morocco as I reflect upon how much … Continue reading
Graffiti to the Rescue: I Tagged My Garage
I tagged my garage: “Don’t be too timid and squeamish.” I complained to my husband about our peeling, rotting garage doors. His reply: “So fix them.” I gave him a confused look and explained: “It’s my job to point out … Continue reading
Here’s looking at you, kid
A self-portrait with my favorite camera, an Olympus E-PL1 #DPSGEARILOVE I just carried around a small point-and-shoot camera for years because, even though I had an SLR (back in the days of film), I didn’t usually like to carry anything … Continue reading
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