One More Rung to the Peak!
Last week, our family started a new tradition–decorating for the holidays during Thanksgiving weekend. Lots of people do it, but...
read moreLast week, our family started a new tradition–decorating for the holidays during Thanksgiving weekend. Lots of people do it, but...
read moreI Think I’ll Take A Walk: Turning 30 On The Road To Santiago “You’ve got more balls than I’ve ever had.” – My Dad The...
read moreDear Artist, Surprise Me. This is what we’re thinking when we click on a new song and press play… We zero in and listen....
read moreToday I am thankful for all of you fabulous friends who I hope will soon be fans… As we shared several weeks ago, MidChix...
read moreIt was this Wednesday morning, the day before Thanksgiving, two years ago, that I last heard my Dad speak to me. He’d had...
read moreThe Small Venue: Up Close and Personal (a note from Val) ARENA concerts are fine. But the small venue is my obsession....
read moreLate last October I sat with Victoria McVicker at a coffee shop near SafeHouse and learned the truth about domestic violence. After...
read moreIt’s been weeks since I posted. Weeks of managing day-to-day life, focusing on the next indicated thing, and learning to be more...
read more“Patience is a virtue… I do not have” is the pronouncement my 12 year-old makes when faced with a wait. It’s never...
read moreNote from Val: So if Valslist.com is all about discovering new music, why do I include 2-3 vintage tracks on each playlist? I...
read moreIn an attempt to expand my fashion horizons, I recently purchased five pairs of tall boots and two pairs of skinny jeans. What’s...
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