Criss-Cross Applesauce

Up until about an hour ago, I knew exactly what I was going to write about when I finally got a chance to sit down at the keyboard for a few moments of stolen solitude. My original thoughts came to me at about 2:30 this afternoon as I was driving to Pawtucket for the second … Continue reading →

From Buttersees to Butterflies – Part II

Continuing on with the butterfly journey… Last weekend I ran my first 15K on Block Island. Although I had been training for the race for about eight weeks, I was still a bit nervous about my ability to finish. Mostly I was concerned about the hills (even though the race’s website described them as “rolling), … Continue reading →

From Buttersees to Butterflies – Part 1

For a good majority of her brief lifespan, Clara has had a love affair with butterflies. If it’s covered in butterflies, she’ll wear it, eat with it or just love the life out of it. Bonus points if it’s also purple. Butterflies adorn her jammies, everyday clothes, bedroom walls, and flatwear. She owns a giant stuffed butterfly and … Continue reading →

Vacation, All I Ever Wanted…

Good evening and happy Thursday, DTT readers! And yes, with just 26 minutes left to the day, I am going to get this quick post in under the wire. Just a note to let you know that I am taking this week off — DTT is on vacation! Sorry to disappoint, but there will be no … Continue reading →