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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Confessions of a Costco Junkie

As you probably are aware, we are Costco Junkies… Costco Connoisseurs, Costcoaholics.  Take your pick. Sometimes we are a two cart family.  Other times we travel by flat bed. For us it’s just a no brainer:  Extra Large Carts (that contain 4 kids comfortably), Great Meat/Produce/Staples Selection, Samples, Toy Aisles, and Gadgets Galore.  It’s nice …

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Give Hope. {A Giveaway for Breast Cancer Awareness}

I will never forget the uncertain days that followed Brad’s mom’s diagnosis of breast cancer. The “C” word shook us to the core, like it’s so famous for doing.  It filled us with shock, fear, grief, sympathy, and anxiousness. Initially, the prognosis looked grim; Shadows on x-rays, suspicious symptoms, and larger tumors than initially predicted. …

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Preparing to Walk the Aisle…

Our four little men will {hopefully} be walking the aisle this weekend. We are so thrilled and honored to be a part of the wedding of our DEAR friend, Emily, and our new friend, Nick! I am so genuinely delighted to see how God has brought their lives together! I’m anxious to see our little …

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Not Everyone Can Be Happy On Your Birthday

Not everyone can be happy on your birthday, but you still have to go with it and make the most of it! It’s a GORGEOUS warm fall day and I’m determined to have a good one! Four year old attitudes, take that! 🙂 It’s a great day to be alive!

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7 Fall Treats for Kids {And Their Parents}

  I’ve been collecting and drooling over some easy fall treats and goodies for kids over on my “Falling for Fall” Board on Pinterest, that I just HAD to share!  I love how baking and fall go hand in hand.  Add some kids helping out {and licking the bowl} and it’s the perfect equation!  Here’s …

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How Mama Got Her Laundry Groove Back {Thanks to the Whirlpool Duet}

What are three things ALL moms are searching for more of?  Time Energy Money {Nod your head if you’re in agreement.} I know for me personally, laundry can “wash” these valued resources in a hurry and leave ME on the spin cycle rather than my whites.  Since the boys were born, laundry has been a …

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A “Wheely” Fun Bike Ride for Six on the Indy Canal

How does a family of six ride one bike?  In style via a surrey, of course!   We recently rented this set of wheels from Wheel Fun Rentals at White Water State Park and leisurely explored the canal downtown Indy.  We weren’t sure if we could squeeze every one in to a single surrey, but we …

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