Thoughts

41 is FUN! Thoughts on Aging

August 21, 2014

Being 41 is FUN! Ya know, in case y’all were wondering, are slightly apprehensive or just plain curious about middle age. Honestly my 40’s far surpass my 20’s. Some say, “Age is just a number” or “Embrace your age”, and they are right. Personally though I never think about age at all. A simpler motto, […]

What We Love About Dad – Happy Father’s Day!

June 15, 2014

One of the drawbacks of being a traveling surf coach is missing family events. It is inevitable when your work takes you on the road. Unfortunately, for the past 6 years poor Surferboy’s schedule has conflicted with the three biggest moments where as a family we would celebrate him…Father’s Day, our wedding anniversary and his […]

Morning Moments ~ Beach Daisies & Henry David Thoreau

May 8, 2014

I’m trying Henry, I’m truly trying. Any helpful tips? Here’s to a day full of simple heartfelt purpose. Coffee/tea cheers! xoxo Love, Shari * Discovered this cheery patch of daisies yesterday evening growing among the sea grass while Patch was out prepping for his up and coming lifeguard training, the quote is one of my favorites borrowed […]

Devoted to a New Year

January 2, 2014

Its funny how opposite Daniel and I are, we’ve been together so long that sometimes I completely forget our differences. Most New Year’s Eves I am brimming with anticipation wondering what adventures the year will bring. What will we learn, how will we change and grow especially the boys because they seem to be transforming […]

Welcoming The Day

August 9, 2013

In college, I had a friend who was into meditation. It was art college guys, if you can imagine it someone was probably into it. Personally, I have always found meditation fascinating, and my friend always seemed so centered with her life and herself. One day I asked my friend if she would teach me […]

A Moment In Our Hearts

May 21, 2013

Life is impromptu, moving with fluid momentum over and through us. It took me years to embrace this fact, to accept change on a whim. Most days now, I embrace it, looking for the beauty in life even when the momentum feels like it has us thrashing in churning waves. However, when life devastates on […]

“It Lights The Whole Sky”~Monday Motivation

March 18, 2013

Even After All this time The Sun never says To the Earth, “You owe me.” Look What happens With a love like that. It lights the Whole Sky. ~Hafiz Happy Monday! Love, Shari

My Grey Lady {Ocean}

February 13, 2013

The ocean with her myriad array of moods always leaves me spell bound but if I had to pick which of her moods I am drawn to the most it would be that of my grey lady.

Consistency Is Key {Organization}

January 11, 2013

Isn’t it amazing how we strive to surround our children with consistency? We search high and low for study tips, chore charts and such; anything that will possibly set them up for what we hope will be a successful future. Yet when it comes to ourselves, we miss the mark. At least I miss the […]

Personal Reflections for 2013

January 7, 2013

The Monday grind that is the first day back to school is swiftly coming to a close. Homework has been checked and packed away for tomorrow. Everyone has a satisfied belly from a wholesome meal. Our youngest has been tucked into a warm cocoon of blankets hopefully dreaming of boyish adventures. Patch is relaxing with his […]

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