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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You Say Tomato I Say…

Tom-ah-toe  WHAT DO I DO WITH THEM??? Our one little Roma Tomato plant has took on a massive form.  Apparently, it heard there were multiples in the family and felt the need to compete.  Every time I step outside I pick about this many… And there’s so many more left on the vine.  I have …

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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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No Quad Stroller at BlogHer This Year…

I can hardly believe it’s been a year since we had our first ever blogging conference experience at BlogHer.  It was a whirlwind of people, sessions, and social events.  More importantly it was a growing experience for our family.   It was a true adventure for the six of us; Maneuvering a quad stroller in …

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The Ultimate Summer Sandwich Party

What a fun night!  Brad and I hosted an “Ultimate Summer Sandwich Party” with some families from church that we’ve wanted to get to know better. (Tangent #1: Do you ever find yourself hurrying into church, picking up your kids after the sermon, and then scurrying to feed your family lunch?  Us too!  Just a …

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Days Like This…

Throwing Rocks. Exploring the Great Outdoors. Getting Dirty. Summer Memories. Being Boys. Days Like This Never Get Old. This post is linked at 5 Minutes for Mom’s Wordless Wednesday.

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