Category Archives: Personal
Marriage {And Why Ours Is Working} #10years #inlove
As discussed several times before, Brent {aka The Captain} and I have been married for 10 years. Happily married for 10 years. What’s our secret? Honestly, I think we lucked out. Now of course there is an element of effort … Continue reading
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Volunteer Tea And A Forgiving Boy
Generally speaking, my working hasn’t impacted the kids lives too much. Brooklyn is in school full time, so, except for an hour afterwards twice a week, her life hasn’t changed at all. And Jonah, who is in two {now three} … Continue reading
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Just. Start.
If you are on Facebook your newsfeed is likely FILLED with people you know looking to lose weight, get healthier, fit into that dress, bikini, pair of jeans, or build muscle, etc. If you are on Pinterest you are probably … Continue reading
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Whitefish {Our Week In Review} #makingmemories
We spent the last week enjoying a blissful family getaway to our condo in Whitefish. Normally we go with Brent’s entire family, but this time, it turned out NOONE could come. So, for what will probably be the one and … Continue reading
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Where I Lay
Brent and I have been married for 10 years. And in this time, we’ve NEVER had a bedding set. In fact, we’ve actually been using a Star Wars quilt one of Brent’s ex-girlfriend’s made for him. for real. Until now…..while … Continue reading
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It Could Give Me An Anxiety Attack
Brooklyn is 8 and often BEGS me to let her stay home alone when I have to run quick errands. When it’s her and her brother, there is just no way. Not only is she legally not able to be … Continue reading
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Time To Get Your Blurb Book Done! {Coupon Code}
Blurb has come back to offer a fabulous 25% discount on any orders placed from now until April 15th {yep, a week away}. I know this is fast…and sometimes it can be difficult to figure out EXACTLY what you want … Continue reading
Easter Simplified #makingmemories
I have a habit of going overboard. It’s so easy to justify getting the kids many different things because *they will just love it*…but before you know it, you have overfilled and overindulgent gift baskets, with items that get lost, … Continue reading
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Dreams Come True With WestJet #makingmemories #familyvacation #dreamscometrue
Well, The Prize That (Wa)sn’t…..now, IS! If you follow along on my facebook page {shame on you if you don’t}, you would have seen that Brent came home from work this past week with a new and extended prize for … Continue reading
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I’m A Genius – Part II
I love when I have a great idea. I tend to dream big, so often have to scale back before my ideas can become reality. But this one – this one was immediate, simple, and perfect. I’ve talked recently about … Continue reading
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