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...
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...
Well done, my sweet Julia
When I think about this summer, I am sure I will think of it fondly. More and more, I cannot remember what our home was like before Riley. I continue to watch Nate grow into a confident, kind, young man with a heart for making others feel included and happy. This...
O Come let us adore Him…
After we returned from Disneyland, we had about 14 hours to unpack, repack, and sleep. Julia was headed to a youth group retreat and I, because I am absolutely nuts, agreed to chaperone. This wasn't just any conference. This was Steubenville West. "Behold, God is my...
Disneyland – The End
Disneyland – Parades – Just Pictures
Disneyland – Day 5
So here's the deal - I'm terrified of roller-coasters. I am pretty sure that I'm gonna fall out the minute the ride starts. I'm also certain that the ride actually lasts 32 minutes even though they tell you it is only about 4 minutes. But, Riley wanted to do it so...
Disneyland – Day 4
We spent the day at California Adventure. It is so perfect for Riley. It has Woody and Buzz and Lightning McQueen. He is just in heaven. I loved the movie Cars. When I first saw the movie, the company I worked for was going through our first acquisition (of many more...
Disneyland – Day 3
So, we've been blessed. We've gone to Disneyland a few times - and I realize that is not everyone's normal. Through different conferences, and parents that absolutely love seeing the grand kids enjoy Disneyland, we have been able to visit the happiest place on earth...