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Summer Texas Trip

Every summer, we pile in two cars and drive to Texas. Yes, it takes us 2 full days with our crew. When we arrive, we usually are cranky and need a venti chai tea latte. But it is always, always worth it. On Brian’s side of the family, there is always an amazing...

Scorpion Bay at Lake Pleasant

My family and I spent a morning hosted by Scorpion Bay Marina at Lake Pleasant. Please see policies for more information. Did you know you can rent boats at Scorpion Bay Marina at Lake Pleasant? You can rent private charters, pontoons, sport boats, kayaks, and water...

The Little Cabin in the Woods

The summer ended with a glorious trip to see my dear friend Nancy at her little cabin in the woods. The kids would have stayed forever if I let them. All seven kids (just her younger four and my youngest three) played together beautifully. Being around her family is...

The Best Places to Eat in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Every roommate trip involves finding incredible places to eat at our destination. This trip, we relied on yelp and suggestions from Instagram friends (and maybe a few random strangers)! It did not disappoint! I honestly thought there were two types of Mexican food...

Santa Fe – A study in photography and friendship

On our last evening in Santa Fe, Kelly and I took a walk down to Canyon Road. We have known each other for more than 20 years. We have had a front row seat to each other becoming college graduates, brides, wives, and mothers. I call her when I am overflowing with...