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Anniversary Journals

On Instagram a few weeks ago, I snapped a picture of our anniversary and writing in our journals for the kids. A few of you had questions on what we do, so I wanted to share this very easy family tradition with you. I love to write letters. When I went to summer camp,...

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Riley – officially our son

It doesn't feel any different, but I have noticed that I am much more relaxed. I think I didn't realize that I was holding my breath, just waiting for the court date to be over. Now, when I go to the doctor's office, I don't have to explain to anyone why his last name...

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DIY Apple Print Fall Banner Kids Can Help Make

DIY Apple Print Fall Banner Kids Can Help Make

This DIY Apple Print Fall Banner is a great craft to get kids to help out with. Crafting with kids can be so fun and so messy and so crazy. We wanted a cute fall banner that kids can make themselves and this apple print craft was the clear winner! Would you believe me...

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Salt Lake City | Click Away

Last week, I traveled to Salt Lake City for a photography convention. The timing was crazy with the morning sickness. My poor roommates put up with a lot - thank you, Susan and Nancy!. (More on those sweet girls later). It really was an amazing conference. Hearing...

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First Few Weeks of School Blur

School started a few weeks ago. It has been a complete blur! Julia is in ninth grade this year and Nate is in sixth. I am officially a parent of a high school-er. Riley misses them so much when they are at school. I'm just not quite as exciting as they are. 🙂 I've...

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Six Year Blogiversary {Giveaway}

Six years! And I've enjoyed every minute. My absolute favorite part of this blog thing is you. I've made friends and connections through this blog that I would never have made. This blog got me through one of the toughest times - moving to a new state, away from...

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Adoption – It’s a Boy

{Thank you, Aunt Kathy, for the picture!} My sweet parents came into town on Wednesday, to support us at the we headed to the courthouse. We headed out around 7:30 am and drove down to Mesa. I'm pretty sure we were the very first people at the courthouse. We were...

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#ad It’s Game Time with Tyson Deli Wings

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GameTimeHero #CollectiveBias For the past few weeks, our house have been buzzing that college football was starting soon! That means fresh wings are just around...

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Udderly Smooth {Review and Giveaway}

Well, you know my rules around here. I'm not going to give away anything that I don't think you would really like. It's just that simple. Until we moved to Arizona, I wasn't a huge fan of lotion. I might put it on in the winter, but that is about it. Now that I live...

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The one where I want to do all the things…

I have a new niece! Lily was born a few weeks ago and she has stolen all of our hearts! She is the first girl born since Julia, so you can imagine that there is a lot of making and shopping happening around here. Remember with the outlaws were living with us? Well, my...

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San Xavier del Bac Mission {Tucson, Arizona}

Just outside of Tucson is the San Xavier del Bac Mission, where we attended Mass the morning we were in Tucson. The Mission is the oldest standing European structure in Arizona. It was absolutely humbling. People crowded into the Mission. There was no air conditoning...

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Picture perfect dishes with Finish dishwasher detergent

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CollectiveBias  As a photograher, I have the honor of photographing products for friends. I photograph for their etsy stores, recipes submissions, and blog posts....

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A smile, an investment, and Invisalign

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own. This summer, we've been doing our research on orthodontics for my 14 year old and my 11 year old. They've both had xrays and follow up appointments to determine what would be best for...

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The last summer getaway {Tucson}

Last weekend, we drove down to Tucson, Arizona for the weekend. Tucson is only 1 1/2 hours south from Scottsdale, so it is an easy drive. It is also about five degrees cooler, which makes all the difference in the world! The trip was through Scottsdale Moms Blog, so...

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