Waking this morning while the moon was still in the lower part of the western sky, Hubs is headed out on a four day training trip, and this lil tired momma had to get him to the airport. Getting me up before the rooster…
Author: Julie Mahan
I am a Midwest girl in a Southern world, notice the funny accent. Patio dweller, police/military wife, mother, grandma and daughter of the King. Using my gift of story telling and light-hearted humor to inspire women through their hurts, habits and hang-ups.
I Could Eat
Before the birds sing, and the sun comes up I wake thinking about food. My mind hits the preparation mode and I start on breakfast, then fix things for lunch and supper. All day long I crave Cheetos and a…
What to Keep, What to Pitch!?
I don’t know how we managed to fit four people and all their “stuff” in such a small home all these years, but we did. Leaving the Midwest and a four bedroom home with four big closets wasn’t easy. Especially,…
I Need Grit not Grits
Life revolves around ….food! I find myself taking pictures of food that I have prepared, posting them on FB and Instagram and I don’t even know how to cook!! Social gatherings are never without yummy treats. Date night includes a…
Raindrops, Tears and Applause
Up a little late this morning, time change seems to always mess me up. As I sit’n’sip at my desk, the rhythm of the rain on the roof brings back a memory of my 4th grade talent show. Dressed in a…
A Love Story
Being woke by a ringing phone before the actual alarm goes off in a police family isn’t abnormal, but it still startles you. To a parent of adult children living out on their own, when that phone rings your mind…
My Cup is Disgustingly Full !
Somebody turn on the lights! I stumbled through the dark house this morning, trying not to wake Hubs and tripped over his combat boots in the middle of the living room floor. Did I mention I was carrying a cup…
Patio Sippin Winner!!
Becca S. you are our WINNER!! I will be notifying you by email, and or FB. It is my pleasure to offer FREE stuff !! and to grace your emails and FB tri-weekly with fresh little “snip-its” on life and faith, from the Patio!!…