St. Vincent’s Annual NICU Reunion Picnic 2011

It’s always hard to put into words what the annual St. Vincent’s NICU Reunion Picnic means to us.  I’ve attempted for the last four years, but it always feels inadequate. Sure, St. V’s knows how to throw a great summer party in the park with games, bounce houses, a petting zoo, snacks, train rides, etc. However, …

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A Last Letter to Summer

Dearest Summer, We are getting every last drip out of you. The warm sunshine you offer will soon fade into cloudy frigid days, and we’re bound and determined to enjoy you for all you are worth!  Unplanned trips to the zoo and splash park – you betcha! Returning to the Indiana State Fair for one …

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Sleeping Campers

  Fresh Air + Running In the Woods + S’mores Sugar Crash = 4 Peaceful Sleeping Campers It doesn’t get much sweeter than that. More camping tales to follow as soon as I get some laundry caught up… =)

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How to Make a Homemade Sprinkler with PVC Pipe

Recently Jen showed me something on Pinterest that really got my attention.  You see, its been very hot and dry for Indiana this past month, and  we were looking for new ways to allow the boys to play outside in the water.  I personally thought this idea for a homemade sprinkler made out of PVC …

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Keeping Your Cool

It’s been a HOT one in Indiana. Most of our activities this week have involved water and sunscreen. We’ve splashed at a splash park not too far from us… Ran through the sprinkler… And jumped into the pool… It looks like next week’s forecast is calling for a repeat… What else should we do to …

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Easy S’mores on the Grill Recipe

Have you ever tried making S’mores on the Grill?  It’s easy, gooey, yumminess for the summer! Ingredients You’ll Need for S’mores on the Grill: Aluminum Foil A Pre-Warmed Grill Large Marshmallows Hershey’s Chocolate Bars Graham Crackers Directions for Making S’mores on the Grill: 1. Assemble individual foil packets with stacked graham crackers, marshmallow, and chocolate,  …

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Our “Four”th of July Weekend

It’s a picture heavy post, and it’s a week late, but I don’t think you’ll mind… Fourth of July was SO MUCH FUN this year (even though I was only about 60%ish recovered).  We spread it out over the entire weekend and were able to make our rounds to see both sides of the family. …

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Who Needs a Get Well Card When You Have This…

One of my biggest worries of going through with my surgery was how the boys would handle all of the changes and time away from their routine/surroundings. I’m so pleased with how they have adjusted to me being out of commission.  They honestly seem to “get it”.  They have been so patient with my recovery …

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