Cheerful Distractions Blog

Birthday Song Gone Wrong

As a child, I planned my birthday party for months in advance. I’d make my own invitations, pick a theme, and come up with games to match...

Skipping School

Never have I ever…well, only once have I skipped school. I woke to an early, sunny spring day and obediently headed off to school as...

Bike Envy

Stingray bikes with a banana seat was the dream bike for me back in the day. Of course, it needed to have pink ribbons hanging out of the...

The Little Sister

Being the youngest of three, had its advantages. My sister is several years older than me and I was just wanted her attention, which she...