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Mamma and the Happy Snowman Craft
Last week, mom gave us a date. We went out to the Studio Movie Grill to see Ender's Game. It was so good. I love being able to have dinner and a movie. (Thank you, mom!) That day, mom had picked up various supplies for a craft. She had seen something I had done a...
Just Pictures – Payson, Arizona
Tween and Teen Style – Fun with Layers
Necklace : The Honey Pot on Etsy Now that Julia wears a uniform to school, it is even more fun to see what style she comes up with. I love that her style is always modest.
Adoption – Update Part Seven
Today, Riley has been with us (living in our home) for seven months. This update seems harder to write than the past updates. We were sure that the adoption would be finalized by now. Everything is ok, but due to some law changes, we are taking additional steps with...
All is Well
Last week, mamma was here. That means my laundry is caught up, my pantry is full, I had two naps, and my hairs are cut. I miss her already. (Would you do something for me? When she was here, she lost her wedding ring - the gold band. Would you pray that we find it? We...
Ali + PJ {Kate Eschbach Photography}
Some weddings are just special. By the end of the day, I felt like part of Ali and PJ's family. The bridesmaids were so considerate and kept checking to see if I needed anything. (Thank you!) Our method of transportation to the reception was a double decker party bus....
Recipe – Delicious Pork Tenderloin – #15MinuteSuppers
This perfect pork tenderloin takes only 15 minutes to prepare! Some days, my 15 minutes of preparation happens before the kids walk in the door after school. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees. Sear your tenderloin on all sides in a skillet with a little olive oil and...
Woody, Jessie, and their Bodyguard
I hope you all have a great day! A friend posted this on Facebook this morning. I didn't write it and we are not sure who the original author was. It's a good reminder for all of us. "Tonight, a lot of creatures will visit your door. Be open minded. The child who is...
Praying or talking to myself?
Have you ever heard a talk that moves you many times a day? This past Sunday, a question was asked - "when you pray, do you have a conversation? Do you talk and listen, like a real conversation? Or do you find yourself just talking to yourself after a while. I can...
DIY | River Rocks
Just a little change can really make me smile. It doesn't have to be expensive to really make a huge difference. This was so easy. We just put down the River Rock and tried to mix up the colors and sizes. It creates such a beautiful entry path as opposed to the tan...
Dominic’s Vocation
Two years ago I was in Texas for work and I had one night to spend with my dear college roommate, Kelly. I can remember clearly when she called and asked if we could spend our time together driving to the hospital to visit her brother, Mike. All I knew was that he and...
Just Pictures – Tolmachoff Farms {Glendale, AZ}
Main Event Entertainment coming to Arizona – Eat.Bowl.Play. #MainEventTempe #Giveaway
Disclosure: My family has been invited to attend the grand opening of Main Event in Tempe, Arizona and gifts have been provided for my readers. The opinions expressed here are my own. I am so thankful for companies that work with me to provide quality products for my...
Werther’s Original® Caramel Popcorn“Munch ‘n Movie” MommyParty
Disclosure: I received free Werther’s Original® products in order to host the Werther’s Original® sponsored MommyParty. The opinions expressed here are my own. I am so thankful for companies that work with me to provide quality products for my readers and my family....
Review – Mimi’s Cafe and their new menu!
On October 9th, Mimi's Cafe welcomed local bloggers in the Phoenix area to their dining room to enjoy selections from their new menu. Megan and I both attended with our husbands, and the food and company was outstanding! Megan: Have you ever had food prepared...
Youth Group
This year, our church began a middle school youth group program called 'The Edge'. The first night, we were hoping for about 15 6th-8th graders. We are averaging 50! Our dear friends, Shannon and Karen, are the youth group ministers. (Did I mention they are Riley's...
Adoption – Update Part Six
On the 12th, we passed six months of having Riley in our home. It gets better every single day. He has a new laugh that he is showing us. I wonder if this is his true laugh and we are just now hearing it. Nate has become this amazing caretaker. He invites Riley to go...
Because your pantry doesn’t have to be boring…
I like making areas pretty. When I have to spend a lot of time in a room, I love to make it something I will smile at. I love taking little nooks and crannies and hiding beauty. Because, why not? Right? I have to walk into the pantry at least five times a day - if not...
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day
I thought about letting yesterday go by without saying anything, but then I read Rachel's post. I remembered the comfort and bond I felt reading stories of women who had been through exactly what I had been through. I remember feeling like I was taking a deep breath...
Welcome to the world, Dante
I think Welcome to the World photography sessions might be my favorite. I come the day after the birth and photograph siblings and grandparents meeting the newborn. I pay careful attention to the sweet glances between mom and baby and notice the special things about...