By Ashley McIlwain Growing up, birthdays were always a pretty big deal in my home. If you were the birthday girl, it was all about you that day. As a kid that meant simple yet special privileges like getting to answer the phone the entire day, being the one to get the mail, and no
By Ashley McIlwain Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us. Feel free to let out a romantic sigh, frustrated grunt, or any other noise that corresponds with your outlook on this pink-painted, love-dovey day of chocolate and candy. The thing is, regardless of how you feel about Valentine’s Day, it’s a great excuse to show some
By Ashley McIlwain Recently I’ve been inspired by Ricinda Perry’s Family Footprints: 90 Day Challenge. It got me to thinking about some stuff. One thing I asked myself was, “What have I done that’s above and beyond the usual for my husband lately?” To be honest, I had to think about it awhile, and I
By Steve McIlwain Hubs here. I have a co-worker that has developed his own credo; a set of values that he strives to achieve at work. He designed them from a deep desire to be the best he can be and consistently endeavor to improve. One of the principles in his credo is “shock and
I can’t put my finger on why it is exactly, but my husband always lifts my spirit and makes my day. Literally, I could be having the worst day in the history of worst days, and all I need is a little dose of the hubs. On the happiest, brightest of days, he still manages
Honey, I’m Home! Part 2 by Ashley McIlwain In Honey, I’m Home! Part 1, I talked mainly to the ladies about the value of respecting, loving, affirming, and appreciating their guy. Part 2 is for the guys and how they can display their love and appreciation to their lady. When my husband walks in the
Just Do It by Steve McIlwain Hubs here. Christmas came and went. New Years came and went. 2011 is here. Now we are faced with a new year of opportunities and challenges. For some the New Year is a blank canvas of possibilities. For some the New Year is daunting. I find myself bouncing back
