Bright Birthday Wishes for Our Rainbow
Once upon a time, I dreamed of having a little girl who looked just like me. Three years ago, that dream began coming true. I didn’t see it right away, but every day since, I see more of me reflected back in my sweet Rainbow Baby, Madilynn Janet....
The Weekend Review
I finally tackled the master bedroom. Tonight I will sleep in an unpacked room. (The exception being about four crates of army related gear and accessories.). I even downsized a few more things from my closet/drawers, in hopes of being much too small for them when their season rolls around again. Even...
A Public Tribute to a Silent Partner
In January, I wrote a tribute to my grandparents for their sixty-fifth wedding anniversary. Today, I am blessed to honor their daughter, my mother, who celebrates sixty years of life. Originally I thought about doing sixty things I love about my mom, or sixty things I am thankful for...
Birthday Adventure: Making Tracks to Thomas Land!
When I found out there was a Thomas Land, I knew that had to be added to our European Bucket List. I planned and saved for this trip for almost a year. Worth. Every. Penny. (or pence, since we were in England). We also played for a day in...
Happy birthday, Sunshine!
Darling Dietrich, Since the moment we found out about you, you have filled my days with joy. Around that time, Daddy received his first deployment orders – for fifteen months. From that time, you have been a brightness in all the dark times. Taking care of you kept me...