Preppy Empty Nester

Summer Reading & Big Family News

2026-05-19T04:39:48.133-07:00

I hope all is well in the world.

Our world became a lot brighter this weekend.

The Friday Files

2026-05-15T05:40:04.392-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. Before I begin this post, let me answer the question that will be asked over and over again. Yes, that is me in the above photo. My apologies for looking fat.

Summer Entertainment

2026-05-12T03:54:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. Our #2 and Darlin' Will moved into their lovely new home over the weekend. We stopped by for lunch. The Mister had his toolbox in hand and made some quick fixes at their old house, as well as the new one.

The Friday Files

2026-05-08T06:02:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. We woke up to a soggy one this morning. No complaints here, we need the rain.

Reading & Listening April '26

2026-05-05T04:25:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. Not too much new around here. The weather has been picture-perfect, so we have been spending a lot of time out on the patio.

Three words: I loved it!

The Friday Files

2026-05-01T06:09:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. The Mister and I have been getting back into our old rhythm after being away. Routine is our love language.

All Aboard Regent 7 Seas Grandeur

2026-04-28T04:49:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. I promised you a rundown on our getaway, so here it is. Fasten your seatbelts, it's a long one.

The Friday Files

2026-04-24T05:17:00.000-07:00

Welcome back! I hope all is well in your world. We arrived home on Wednesday night from my Supermodel Trophy Wife Retreat with plenty of wonderful memories, a plethora of photos, and a few extra pounds around the middle. I am going to work on the travel post over the weekend.

I threw this condensed post together yesterday while I was knee-deep in a jetlag fog, so please forgive the typos and misplaced links.

The Friday Files

2026-04-03T06:25:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. My week was busy - I had lunch with a dear friend and took care of some personal upkeep. At this age, it takes a village.

Prime Time

2026-03-31T03:50:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. The highlight of our weekend was taking our Number #2 to lunch. Her fiancé, Darling Will, was out of town at a bachelor party. We went to one of our favorite spots, R&D Kitchen, which was a delightful dining experience, as always.

The Friday Files

2026-03-27T05:44:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. I had a busy week, I played a little pickleball and took care of last-minute errands.

The highlight was stopping off at Lucy's house. It was great catching up with Lucy and her Mama.

Reading & Listening March '26

2026-03-24T04:36:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. No complaints here. Last week was Spring Break for the schools, so things were a lot quieter around town.

The Friday Files

2026-03-20T06:14:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. Not too much new around here. The Mister took Millie for her check-up, and our girl was up a few LBs. Better her than me.

Millie has been depressed ever since. She told me that she wants to sue the Vet for fat shaming.

50 Shades of Green

2026-03-17T04:40:00.000-07:00

Happy St. Paddy's Day! I hope all is well in your world. It is pretty nippy around here, but I am not going to complain because the rest of the country is facing a lot worse.

The Friday Files

2026-03-13T05:59:00.000-07:00

I hope all is well in your world. I had a busy week - 2 lunches with a couple of dear friends and a happy hour at our village wine bar with my picklebuds, which is always a guaranteed good time.

Spring Decor & More

2026-03-10T05:11:00.000-07:00

I hope that all is well in your world. Are you used to the time change yet? We are getting there little by little.

Today, I am off to check out a new restaurant in our little village with a friend in our 'hood. I am cautiously optimistic.

The Friday Files

2026-03-06T07:21:00.000-08:00

I hope all is well in your world. Last weekend we celebrated Miss Lucy's second birthday. We were blessed with picture-perfect weather, and Lucy's house was decorated in Lucy and her Mama's favorite color.

The house was sizzling with excitement!

Kate the Great

2026-03-03T05:12:00.000-08:00

I hope all is well in your world. We had a wonderful time celebrating Miss Lucy's second birthday. Check back on Friday for birthday pics. I have a special post for you today about one of my favorite people.

The Friday Files

2026-02-27T06:32:00.000-08:00

I hope all is well in your world. North Texas is in for some early Spring weather. The Mister is off to knock 'em dead at pickleball. In the old days, when he was off to do something physical, I would bid him goodbye with the words, Good luck! Now I say BE CAREFUL!

Beauty Hits and Misses

2026-02-24T05:01:00.000-08:00

I hope all is well in your world. For my friends in the Northeast, I remember those wicked snowstorms. I feel your pain.

I checked a few things off my to-do list this weekend. I voted in the primary. Texas has gone back to paper ballots. Nothing like taking the system backwards. After I filled out the ballot, I proudly handed it to the lady who put it through the machine. In less than 30 seconds, it spat it back out. The disappointed lady told me I failed to fill in two of the bubbles fully.

The Friday Files

2026-02-20T06:44:00.000-08:00

I hope all is well in your world. We woke up to chilly temps, so I made an executive decision to skip my walk today.

Instead, I will be lifting weights so I will have...

ripped guns.
#goals

This is the first step of many in my Sheddin' for the Weddin' mission.

My Reading Roundup/February '26

2026-02-17T04:30:00.000-08:00

I hope all is well in your world. North Texas has been blessed with some picture-perfect weather, so I've got no complaints.

Our weekend was busy. We met the Adorables for lunch on Friday at P.F. Changs. We hadn't been there for quite a while, and my lettuce wraps were positively delish. And the company was delightful.

The Friday Files

2026-02-13T06:17:00.000-08:00

I hope all is well in your world. Have you been watching the Olympics? I've been keeping it on during the day.

My favorite moment?

All About Audiobooks

2026-02-10T04:38:00.000-08:00

I hope all is well in your world. Are you enjoying the Olympics? Between you and me, I enjoy the Winter Olympics more than the Summer Games.

The Friday Files

2026-02-06T06:34:00.000-08:00

I hope all is well in your world. Are you excited for the Olympics? How about the Super Bowl? What a great weekend it is for sports enthusiasts!