Family

Dear Mom, How did you do it? You always had the house looking so full of Thanksgiving cheer. How did you stay so positive? You had everything done and still had a smile on your face. One day I will have it all together. One day I will understand how you did it. I am...

I am so happy I found you in Cave Creek. I thought about repainting you, but I just don't know what color would make you even more perfect. I think I will leave you as you are for now, while you get accustomed to our home. I am very happy to have you and hope you are...

In 2008, Brian was traveling a lot. He was in Scottsdale Monday - Thursday of every week. In June, right before we moved out here, he traveled to India. He brought home the most beautiful handmade tapestries for me. Today, when I walked into our room, something about...

The next morning we all said goodbye after breakfast in the hotel lobby. The nephews {my sweet Nate the Great and my nephew Caden} decided to surprise the bride with flowers they had found from a misplaced bouquet. We said most of our goodbyes and squeezed in just a...

  The. Happy. En. Ding....  

Jen's birthday was Friday. Have I told you how much I adore her? She is my best friend. We've known each other since 7th grade, when our moms made us be friends. It was a perfect match. She played basketball. I danced. She has great legs. I sing. She is a beautiful...

There is nothing half so sweet in life As love's young dream. - Thomas Moore

June 14th, 2008 I left a little bit of my heart in Denton, Texas. I work with a team of amazing people... sweethearts. Thankfully, I work for the same company on the same team. But some days, something reminds me how much I miss them. This happens especially this time...

  She inspires me.     Her photos are breathtaking.     When I received this piece in the mail, I knew I had to share it with you right away.     You should grab a cup of coffee and go browse. Have fun!...

I decided to walk outside this morning. Nothing fancy. Just to feel my bare feet on the cooler ground in the backyard. A mockingbird sang to me. He sat tall on the lemon tree, looked right at me and sang. I checked my toes a few times, just to make sure no fire ants...