Make Your Own Superhero Cape

The boys felt a smidge better and well enough to take a walk down the street for some fresh air.  While I was cleaning out a closet, I found our (only) Superman cape.  However, sometimes having just one of something doesn’t cut it and improvising is required.  Making your own Superhero Cape is a “breeze”.  …

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Our Vacation with a Stuffed Chipmunk Named Chip

When Brad explained to the boys that we would be leaving for a few days, Clark insisted that we bring his Chip along for the adventure.  It ended up being a fun way to let our boys know that they were not forgotten while we were away from them. We sent picture mail messages to …

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One Last Splash {Pad}

  Hope you’ve gotten your last splashes in this Labor Day Weekend… The sounds, sites, and smells of summer will soon be replaced by a crisp fall season. How are YOU soaking up those last warm summer rays?  QuatroMama

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Man Camp

I want to support my wife in all of her passions and pursuits.  It gives me tremendous joy to give her the opportunity to go do something SHE enjoys.  So when General Mills and the Betty Crocker team invited Jen to join them for their blogging event "Baking with Betty", I really encouraged her to …

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Mama, Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Racecar Drivers

     Unless of course it makes them this happy. I do wonder what my boys will grow up to be.  It’s so rewarding to watch their personalities take shape, and become even more distinct. Here’s my best guesses from knowing their little 3 year-old selves: Isaac – A sports announcer, a negotiator, or an …

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At The Old Ball Game…

It was a great day for baseball.  And a great day to share with our parents at the old ball game.   Before the 1st – 4th ceremonial pitches we were able to hang out on the field with the Marsh Mouse and Rowdie. Thank goodness for all the Disney Character Greetings to rid them …

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Warming Up

What an awesome memory we made yesterday at Victory Field, throwing out the 1st – 4th pitches for the Indianapolis Indians.   Unfortunately, my camera is still in the van which is now in the shop with brake issues, so I’ll have to wait and upload more pictures soon.  (Thanks to Kathy, my MIL for sending …

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Rediscovering The County Fair

The county fair never lets us down.  The up-close encounters with our favorite farm animals are always a highlight of the summer…   Like our almost national bird, the turkey. Who you callin’ turkey, you Turkeys? I’m telling you, these pigs clean up almost as nice as our Little Squealers. “Mama he’s trying to “get …

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