A week ago, I had decided that I really wasn't up to the pressure and stress of decorating for Christmas this year. Â Besides, I rationalized, I have a million other things to do. Â We are only going to … [Read more...]
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Weekend Warriors
This past weekend Matt had Friday off from work, so we celebrated the good weather and time off with visits to our favorite farms on Friday, hiking and kayaking on Saturday, and kayaking again on … [Read more...]
Autumn’s Color Palette
It is no secret to most of you that I love to decorate. What you may not know is that my favorite time to decorate is this wonderful time of the year that we proclaim as Fall. This is probably for … [Read more...]
Media Plugs for Marriage to Motherhood
I do not typically talk about books and movies on my blog; (right now, I have little time for either.) But two such items recently captured my attention, and I have deemed them blogworthy. Therefore, … [Read more...]
God Bless My Pediatrician!
For those of you joining my blog late in the game, you might have missed the important fact that I hate going to the doctor. I mean, I really hate it. Even when the appointment isn't for myself, my … [Read more...]
Simple Joys
The ordinary arts we practice every day at home are of more importance to the soul than their simplicity might suggest. Thomas More The weather today is so beautiful that it makes the mundane look … [Read more...]
Too Much Junk in the Trunk
NOTE: Photo removed This picture was taken pre-move, pre-cancer, pre-stressed-out husband, pre-staying-at-home-full-time, pre-major life change. It was last 4th of July and I weighed around 125. I … [Read more...]
Reptile Princess Party
With all the birthdays our family celebrates over the summer, Asher is really in the swing of how to do a party! He now believes that every birthday must have a theme. (Uh-oh, what have I begun?) The … [Read more...]
Four Hours of Freedom
All day on Saturday, I felt giddy with the anticipation of knowing that I would be "going out" with my man sans kiddos! I found myself looking at the clock every few hours, wondering when my "Mommy … [Read more...]
Be Our Guests…
Make a Smilebox photobookSome of you requested to see some pictures of our home, so finally here they are! I decided to post this now, so I can show you what I am creating in the twin next door later. … [Read more...]
Harrisburg Gots No Stuff!
We recently returned from a trip to Virginia to visit my family. It was wonderful to spend time with my parents, sisters, nieces and nephews, but it was also very stressful. Asher was overstimulated … [Read more...]
So This Is What a Strawberry Should Taste Like…
The boys and I are currently in Virginia visiting my family while Matt's away at a conference. I thought you might enjoy seeing some pictures from our adventures down here. Oh my goodness, these … [Read more...]