Letters For Lucas – Wonders, Mishaps, Blunders and Joy.. commentary on my life as a mom in the form of letters to my son

Halloween

Posted on October 30, 2011 Written by Tonya

The best things about Halloween? 1. Candy corn. I know it's available all year long, but I only buy it during the month of October. I'm the only one in my house that likes it and so far, I'm on bag #3. 2. Multiple visits to the pumpkin … [Continue reading]

Making Wishes

Posted on October 29, 2011 Written by Tonya

Star light, star bright First star I see tonight I wish I may, I wish I might Have the wish I wish tonight. Have you ever... moved the clasp on your necklace around to the back of your neck? found a four-leaf clover? had a ladybug … [Continue reading]

Proud Mommy Moments

Posted on October 27, 2011 Written by Tonya

Almost 28 months into this mommy gig and Lucas has single-handedly made angrier than I've ever been, tried my patience in ways I didn't think were possible, made me happier and than I ever believed I could be and has had me bursting with pride, joy … [Continue reading]

I Have

Posted on October 26, 2011 Written by Tonya

I am 39 years old and I have: 1. Jumped out of an airplane (tandem). 2. Been on a safari in Kenya. 3. Climbed a pyramid in Egypt. 4. Gone to the airport to meet friends and family when they've had layovers. 5. Lent money to … [Continue reading]

Dear Sherri

Posted on October 25, 2011 Written by Tonya

It's no secret that I adore Sherri and her blog, Old Tweener. Sherri is the mother I hope to be someday and she writes the way I hope to write someday. Her words are moving and eloquent, pull at my heart strings and make me appreciate every … [Continue reading]

Death

Posted on October 24, 2011 Written by Tonya

People don't like to discuss death. In many circles, the topic of death and dying is one of those taboo subjects, right up there with religion and politics, however, when it comes to death, there is no debate. Death is final and it is going to … [Continue reading]

I Never

Posted on October 19, 2011 Written by Tonya

I'm 39 and I've never... 1. Liked coffee (I'm a Chai tea latte girl). 2. Been on television. 3. Been a redhead. 4. Bar-be-qued, as in on my own. 5. Owned a white shirt that I haven't splattered wine on. 6. Been hugged by … [Continue reading]

Dear Grandma Honey

Posted on October 18, 2011 Written by Tonya

I'm honored to have Monique, better known on Twitter as SurferWife here today with a tender letter to her dearly departed Grandma Honey. After reading this, be sure to visit Monique's blog, A Day in the Life of a Surferwife and search for … [Continue reading]

We Remembered

Posted on October 18, 2011 Written by Tonya

We remembered. We avoided eye contact at first. We got dressed and put on make-up. We went to brunch and toasted with champagne. We enjoyed a little retail therapy and indulged in sweet treats. Both helped for a little while. We … [Continue reading]

Search Engine Optimi-WHAT?!

Posted on October 16, 2011 Written by Tonya

Tim AKA @sogeshirts is one of the nicest, most supportive people I have met on Twitter. He retweets just about every tweet I post about a new piece I have on Letters For Lucas and owns a clothing shop called Soge Shirts. He is responsible for this … [Continue reading]

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