It's what we do. It's so relaxing and peaceful. I love that both grandmothers have a passion for reading. I think when everyone is reading, it is the most peaceful time in all the world. Have you read any good books lately? Kate
Family
My very colonial son…
My father is a member of SAR. This fourth of July, Nate dressed in costume ~ and I thought he was so very handsome. And the coolest part? A picture of them in the parade was picked up by the AP and they have been on over 200 websites and counting! Their famousocity...
Coffee Date: My Olympic Moment…
If we had coffee today, I would tell you that this was a pretty good week for me. The kids started school and all went well. I would tell you about my olympic moment this week. The second day of school, I grabbed my purse to head to work and noticed Sweet Baby J's id...
Insta-Friday…
This weeks pictures brought to you by: Evening basketball with the neighbors! *********************************************************************************** Insta-Friday photos are taken on the Instagram iPhone app (free) or any other phone pic in all their...
Thrifty Love Gift Exchange
Ok... so you know Hannah, right? She and I are on the editorial team over at Beautifully Rooted together. One night, she said - hey, Kate, you need to sign up for our Thrifty Love Gift Exchange. Well, y'all know how I adore all thrift stores - so I was in! I was...
First day of School {2012}
Nate {2012 } - Arizona, 4th Grade Julia {2012} - Arizona, 7th grade 2011 (above - Arizona) 2010 (above ~Â Arizona) 2009 (above ~ Arizona) 2008 (above ~ Arizona) 2007 (above ~ Denton, Texas) 2006Â (above ~ Denton, Texas ~ don't be jealous of the wallpaper) 1982 (above ~...
Aunt Theresa’s Visit {Day 2}
We made it to Tombstone, Arizona and had an awesome wild west time. I didn't see Val Kilmer, but I probably just missed him. The World's Larget Rosebush. Original furniture from the Boarding House. Theresa, thank you for getting us to go! Sincerely,...
Aunt Theresa and Scottsdale
Before she left, we just had to show her a few of our favorite things! The Sugar Bowl. Cosanti And a wonderful steak at Pinnacle Peak Patio to finish. Theresa, come back soon! Kate
Aunt Theresa’s Visit {Day 1}
Brian's youngest sister, Theresa, came to visit. {I am so blessed to have in laws that I love} My friend, Cindy, recommended that we stop at San Xavier Mission outside of Tuscon. Oh, I am so glad she did!
Lowell Observatory
After my dawdling, we thouroughly enjoyed Lowell Observatory. It was too cloudy to open the big telescope, but I am so thrilled that we were able to take dad finally! Looking over Route 66. And the true treat of the evening - we had the honor of hearing a lecture by...
