Barrett’s dad landed back here in Okinawa after his first landing as a Marine, 55 years ago. Let’s just say, it has changed a little bit from the barren rock of war it was back then, to the bustling tourist hop it is now! What a joy it was to share this little island with…
Barrett’s Birthday Bash
It’s a rainy and dismal day here in Okinawa. Swim class has been cancelled, as the water heater for the pool is still broken, so Annabelle and I are back at the screaming kid’s park filled with snot, cries, and laughter. Why not take advantage to write a quick update purely for fun? Most of…
Taking a Breather
Today I am grasping for time by taking Annabelle to an indoor play park. It is furnished with two trampolines, a hamster-like tunnel system, slides, ball pits, and various playhouses and toys. This literally buys me two hours of fun and a good night sleep for our rambunctious bundle while allowing me time to catch…
Good Morning!
I hear the door open and Annabelle shuffles down the hall to where I am drinking my coffee and reading Reader’s Digest…yes, I read Reader’s Digest. She unloads her blankets and two stuffed animals on my lap as I kiss her forehead and say “Good Morning”. She echoes my greeting and asks, “What tomorrow is?” (From me…
Remembering the Cost
Im sure that many hearts are ripped back and forth just as mine these days. I find myself getting frustrated when Annabelle chooses her pants over the potty, loosing my temper easier with the 100 degree humid weather, and not having energy to be joyful as the day sets and the night rises. I have…