"You know you're old when..." I'm in my thirties, y'all. Remember when little kids used to think being in your thirties meant you were old? Then when you got mid-to-late twenties, you were offended? I'm in my mid-thirties. I'm not offended. I'm old. I like my pjs on by 6 o'clock, dinner done by eight, and snuggled up with my cats, dog, computer, and a comfy blanket from then til I go to bed. Leaving the house is anathema (especially this time of year), and you really learn wh

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MY LITTLE LOVE!! Ori posing for this annual birthday portrait Okay, realistically, this post is several days after the fact. (Ori turned four on Dec. 19.) That said, I can't believe I have a four-year-old already! As expected, we celebrated with ice cream cake (his favorite) and toys. But not until about 10pm. You see, Mom (me) had to work job 1 from 7:40am-2pm. Then she had to stop in at job 4 for about 30 mins. Immediately after that, Dad whisked her away do

First off: THEY'RE HERE!! My hardcovers have finally arrived and I am absolutely in love with them. I, of course, took a lot of pictures, so those will be forthcoming. Not that I've had time yet to do the kind of photo shoot I wish to. As always, my wife is a complete ROCKSTAR and created a wonderful bunch of books for me. (Though that 2 not lining up even a little bit with the other numbers is messing with her. lol) Now, of course, when I do get time, I'll have to sign, box

Every year, for Halloween and Christmas, I get super involved in my town. What this actually means is that, about four years ago, I decided that I had to be the change I wanted to see. Growing up in this small town, there was never anything fun to do in the immediate area. I grew up hating this town because of it. Then it dawned on me that I was a part of the problem, because I wasn't doing anything to change it, either. In a case like this, there's a beautiful quote I heard

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The website for Hollow Ryan will see major changes in the coming months.

Well, it's been over a year since I last posted on this. To be honest, too much has happened. So if you're ready for a full update, buckle up and settle in for the rambling. First of all, I finally moved in with my boyfriend after 12 years together! The catalyst for this? My sister stole my mother and moved her to the desert. (Context: my mother and I have lived together my whole life, and we grew to be financially dependent on one another due to our low income statuses. My

So, it's December now. The month of Sims, shopping, Secret Santa, and regaining some sanity. Fortunately, all of my Christmas shopping is...