‘Twas the season of Christmas and all through the house, every creature was stirring to visit a mouse. The suitcases were packed by the chimney with care, in hopes that the drive would be smooth and they soon would be there. The children were nestled all snug in their beds, while visions of princesses danced in their heads. And mama… View Post
There’s this family tradition we have in my husband’s family, called the “top five”. Top five restaurants, top five movies, top five gorgeous men on tv…I’ll spare you those lists for now but it’s important to note two short lists. First, the things I’m most talented at are 1. Eating 2. Reading; and 3. Finding great parking spaces. Second, the three… View Post
Halloween is out, Christmas is in, and Thanksgiving (the glorious step stool to Christmas) is creeping up on us. What does this mean? ‘Tis the season for holiday photos and you’re already late to schedule them. Don’t worry too much just yet, there are plenty of photographers that are still offering holiday shoots but I’d move quickly and book them… View Post
While we lived in Utah we always told ourselves that we’d make it out to the great NorthWest to visit both of Seth’s grandmothers but as always, our plans rearrange themselves. Luckily, we were able to squeeze in a quick visit and Isabella and I experienced Oregon and Washington for the first time. It couldn’t have come at a better time… View Post
Everyone has a “happy place”. My happy place is on the bow of a boat, in the middle of the ocean, with no land in sight. Oddly enough, drifting at sea is where I feel the most anchored. I could lay back on the bow of a boat all day long until the sun sets, feeling the sea breeze kiss… View Post