Creative
Goodwill Hunting: Florida Edition (Now with More Carpet Woes and Shot Glass Chess)
They say everything’s bigger and better in Florida—well, they weren’t lying. Sunshine? Big. Mosquitoes? Bigger. Goodwill stores? Super-sized. And honestly, we are not mad about it. Today’s mission? Clothes for the boys, who apparently grow overnight like weeds on Miracle-Gro. Also, some home décor to make our place feel less “we just moved in” and more “we […]
Bonnet Springs Park: Where Nature, Science, and Sleep-Deprived Parents Collide
Let me tell you about a magical land hidden right in Lakeland, Florida. A place so beautiful, so educational, so peaceful… unless you bring a child named Quincy. Welcome to Bonnet Springs Park—where the wetlands are wild, the children’s museum is chaos (in the best way), and your calves will scream for mercy by the end. So […]
Blockheads and Bangers: My Night at The Minecraft Movie Premiere
Last night, I witnessed cinematic history. No, not some Oscar-bait drama where everyone whispers and stares meaningfully into the distance. I’m talking about The Minecraft Movie. Yes. That Minecraft. Blocks. Creepers. Crafting tables. And somehow… absolute magic. Let me be very clear: I do not play Minecraft. I don’t even know what half the stuff in the game […]
Twistee Treat: Where Your Diet Goes to Die, and You Love Every Second of It
Have you ever experienced the pure joy of a Twistee Treat? If not, brace yourself. These iconic ice cream shops reside in what can only be described as a 25-foot-tall fiberglass temple of dairy deliciousness shaped like an actual ice cream cone. Honestly, if ancient civilizations had worshipped ice cream, Twistee Treat would be their pyramid.Now, […]
When Will I Ever Meet This Dude? Ugh…
Carrley Jade, you are killing me! So, my 20, almost 21-year-old (because she would absolutely kill me if I didn’t include that detail) has been talking to this boy for quite a while now. Ely. I’ve tried multiple times to get him to come to dinner with us. You know, just a casual, innocent family […]
Will Drive for Dunkin’: A Love Story
Do you ever find yourself doing something completely ridiculous, fully aware that people might question your sanity? Well, let me introduce you to my personal brand of crazy: the 45-minute round trip for Dunkin’ coffee. Yes, you read that right. Nearly an hour of my precious time for one glorious, caramel-drizzled cup of joy. And no, I […]
Guess who’s back?
Guess what? After over ten years of dabbling, designing, and delighting in all things handmade, I’m bringing my Etsy shop back to life! You might remember it as Simply Sina, a little corner of the internet I first opened in 2013. Back then, I was all about sewing and crocheting, then I shifted to creating digital […]
In Every Laugh, Every Hug, Every Day
Poems For Nannie During the long nights I spent with Nannie while she was in hospice care, I found myself turning to writing. The weight of the situation, the bittersweet reality of knowing her time was nearing its end, filled my thoughts and emotions. In those moments of silence and reflection, I felt compelled to […]
