Last week, Julia's class built a float for the Phoenix St. Patrick's Day Parade. She and a friend learned a collection of Irish songs and they sang acapella on the float. It was absolutely enchanting. When they pulled up in front of the Grand Marshall, the announcer...
Family
A Letter to 39
{Nate had just sneezed - bless his heart - his allergies are in full swing} Dear 39, Please remember to give Brian the camera more. Pictures like this make me happy. Please remember to be gentle with the morning people in your family. Maybe you will become a morning...
Falling in love, many times
A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person. - Mignon McLaughlin Lately, I've been thinking a lot about how having children under my roof really is a fleeting blessing. Maybe it was Ashley's post. Maybe it is Riley's adoption...
Scottsdale Mom’s Blog and one of their new contributors!
If you are local, you are probably familiar with Scottsdale Mom's Blog. Well, I've accepted their invitation to contribute and I'm thrilled! I love living here and I love telling people about fun local places and events! It's a perfect fit! So, ever so often, I'll...
My new friend…
Have you ever stumbled onto a friendship? So many things line up that you just sit there smiling? Earlier this month, when I headed to Blue Lily, I traveled by myself. As night fell, fog and rain rolled in. The drive was terrible. Yes, I'm probably being over...
A challenge to adore your husbands Series – Guest Post by Ashley Ann Campbell
Please welcome by dear friend, Ashley, to the series! {Part 1 here} Ashley is the real deal. She is a true friend and encourager. Be sure and spend a lot of time on her blog. Get lost in her photography. It's amazing!...
A challenge to adore your husbands…
Photo Credit : Blue Lily Have you noticed? When you are in a happy marriage, it is almost like you are supposed to keep it a secret. Why is that? Are we scared of offending someone? Are we nervous about appearing too happy? Or is it just easier to jump in and complain...
Finding my photo style…
As I drove to California this weekend, I had so much on my mind. I knew I would be out of my league with Tyler and Wendy. I knew that I have so much to learn. {I also had a small panic attack when the rain and fog started. It was thick as pea soup. Goodness, gracious...
Blue Lily – Oceanside, CA
This weekend I'm taking a photography class. Tyler and Wendy from Blue Lily are sharing their amazing world with us. Yes, they are just as amazing in person. And wow - my entire world is already upside down - I am learning so much. I will be studying my notes for...
A game developer, a priest, or something else…
Tonight, after dinner, Nate and I had the rare chance to just sit at the table alone and talk. It was so nice just to hear his thoughts. He would like to be a game developer, a priest, or ... (I just cannot remember the third one - Â because I was so intrigued by the...