Category Archives: Oklahoma

Why Live in Oklahoma? It’s an Okie Thing and Apparently Some of You Wouldn’t Understand

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Rock & Roam with J&J

I’m a born and raised Oklahoman. I’ve read several comments this week online from people asking why we would choose to live in a place known as Tornado Alley. Some have gone so far as to imply that we “have … Continue reading →

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Baby on Board

Posted on April 14, 2013 by Rock & Roam with J&J

It had been a long week of meetings in San Francisco and I was relieved to finally be on board for the non-stop evening flight back home to Oklahoma City. I missed my kids, my husband, and my bed.  My … Continue reading →

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Love in the Bullseye

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Rock & Roam with J&J

With so many friends’ marriages unraveling around me lately, I find myself even more thankful than usual for my incredible husband, Justin. For both us, it’s our second marriage and the decision to divorce our first spouses was a heart … Continue reading →

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The Magnificent Mile and All that Jazz

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Rock & Roam with J&J

Ah, Chicago, how I love you so! Last week, I got to take my fifth trip to Chicagoland which was a work trip for my husband, Justin and part work/part vacation for me. Justin attends a trade show right after … Continue reading →

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Pain in the Bleep Travelers:I Bet You Think This Blog is About You

Posted on October 21, 2012 by Rock & Roam with J&J

In my first 90 days in my new job, I have traveled to San Francisco, Omaha, Washington D.C. /Maryland/Virginia, Houston, and Chicago so while there’s still plenty of the country left to see, I do have a few flights under … Continue reading →

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The Five Stages of Flight Cancellation Grief

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Rock & Roam with J&J

Strutting up to the self-check in at Hobby Airport in Houston, I was so proud that I had arrived early for my Houston-Dallas flight after a harrowing drive through construction traffic. My ego was quickly deflated as the ticket agent … Continue reading →

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The City by the Bay-e-ay

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Rock & Roam with J&J

You’ve heard of sunny California, right? What they fail to mention is that it may be sunny but it’s also kind of chilly…even in July. My first week of on the job training was held in San Francisco, which is … Continue reading →

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First Day/Worst Day

Posted on September 22, 2012 by Rock & Roam with J&J

Even though my alarm was set for the unacceptable hour of 4 something a.m. I was still pretty excited about my first day of work back in July. I had a 7 a.m. plane to catch to San Francisco. If … Continue reading →

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