Visiting the Christmas Gift and Hobby Show at the Indiana State Fairgrounds

We had SUCH a fun filled day yesterday at the Christmas Gift and Hobby Show!  We were there for 7 hours yesterday and still didn’t cover the entire place!  (Of course we had a few “appearances” and extras as the “Little Spokespeople” that took us away from just shopping!) What a great event for the …

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Christmas Morning Comes Early

This past week our boys were in their Christmas pajamas early one morning.  They walked out into the family room where the Christmas tree was up and beautifully decorated.  There were presents piled in four large piles for each of them around the tree.  The fire was roaring in the background to make a most …

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Growing Pumpkins…

     Brooks: Mama, why do you call me Pumpkin? Me: Because you are cute as a little pumpkin. Brooks: That’s silly, Mama. I’m NOT a pumpkin, I’m just a boy! My Pumpkins are growing up WAY. TOO. FAST. (Stay tuned for the Halloween costume reveal.  It should be good for a laugh!)

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How to Have a Ridiculously Good Time in a Gigantic Pile of Leaves

Find a few mature trees that have lost their leaves. We found some giant leaf droppers at Eagle Creek Park.  Build a pile using anything around you.  Feet, Hands, and Large Sticks work great – no rake required! =) {The pictures don’t do this justice…Trust me, it was EPIC!} On the count of three get …

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The View I Love The Most…

Sometimes the best views are the ones right inside your very own walls. Just like the country song says, “The view I love the most is my front porch looking in”.   It’s Friday, which means it’s time for some DANCING! It’s a tradition around here, so throw on some pajamas, crank up the music, and …

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Seasons of Love

Fall is overrated in my book.  I have this intense love for summer, and I hate to see it go so much, that I forget the loveliness of fall that follows each year.  The brilliant trees, the brisk air, the comfort foods, the traditions….   The simple pleasures that come on fall days… Being submersed …

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Here Comes the Bride and the Little Dudes Too!

When Emily asked me if the boys could be part of her upcoming wedding, I didn’t hesitate to say “Yes!”.  I was excited to see them take part in something so incredibly special for someone we love so dearly.  However, I was hopeful that things would go off without a hitch. Having 4 four year …

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Handsome.Charming. And All Grown Up.

These four brothers blew me away this weekend.  They cooperated, they listened to instructions, they were patient, they looked handsome as could be, and they had a great time in Emily and Nick’s wedding celebration.  I couldn’t have been more proud if I tried.  I have more pictures that I’m anxious to share, but can …

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