“Nothing you become will disappoint me; I have no preconception that I’d like to see you be or do. I have no desire to foresee you, only to discover you. You can’t disappoint me.” —Mary Haskell I always knew that I wanted to be a…
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Lazy, Rainy Sunday
Read moreWe got home from our little trip on Saturday and so when it rained all day on Sunday we weren’t too bummed. I did a little bit of unpacking/cooking/cleaning while the boys took a nice, long (two-hour!) nap on the couch. I could totally use…
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By the Pool
Read moreOn Sunday, we met up with my sister & her family at my parent’s summer place for some BBQ & swimming. It was the perfect day to be poolside — sunshine & blue skies. Roman had fun getting to know his cousin Aden. They are…
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Hangin’ Out in the Backyard
Read moreAfter a couple of weeks of relentless heat, it finally cooled down enough on Saturday so that we could hang out in our backyard for a little while. The yard is beautiful this time of year. Our black-eyed-suzies and hydrangeas are blooming. Our spearmint took…
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Matthew’s 30th Birthday!
Read moreYesterday was Matthew’s 30th Birthday! It’s pretty incredible to me considering that he was only 23 when we started dating. In many ways, it feels like we have grown up together, and I love it. I am so proud of the man, husband, and father…
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Good Tidings to You
Read moreThose of you who follow me on Twitter or Instagram already know our big news, but for those who don’t, WE’RE EXPECTING! Yes, it’s true. Our little family will be growing in May. There are no words to express our overwhelming joy & gratitude for…
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Emma’s 5th Birthday Party
Read moreThis weekend we celebrated our niece, Emma’s, 5th Birthday! It is so surreal because I remember when Emma was a tiny newborn. She has gotten smarter & more beautiful every year. We are so grateful that we were able to celebrate with her this year.…
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Happy Birthday, America!
Read more. family . good food . sparklers. cold drinks . summertime .happy 4th of july! xo
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Book Review & Giveaway: The Smartest Woman I Know
Read moreRecently, my friends at TLC asked me to review this sweet little book. It is an ode written by a 75-year old granddaughter, to her long-gone grandmother, Ettie. The book is a beautiful tribute full of cute quips. Ettie Goldberg was the wife of a…