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I need to paint something!
I have the urge to paint. I want to paint all the trim in my house white. I want to paint my kitchen cabinets white. I want to add board and batten to my dinning room and paint it white. I want to...
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Friday Phone Dump
Another week, a ton more phone pictures. Is this all I do?Let's start with Sunday morning. Is my head hanging off the bed? We look pretty comfy all snuggled together. xoxoLittle bit of grocery...
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Happy Father's Day!
Hope all of you dad's out there had a fabulous Father's Day! Our weekend was very nice. Filled with lots of family time, strawberry picking, jam making, swimming, grilled food, and a creative gift...
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Just like that...life can change.
On June 9th around 9:00pm we were sitting around our bonfire in our backyard with my brother and sister-in-law. The air was calm. It was a beautiful evening. We were relaxing and just taking in the...
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Carter's 1st Birthday Party
Carter's turning one and we are throwing him a sock monkey birthday party! The sock monkeys are ready for their new homes. The pictures are framed and ready to hang on the wall. The grocery list is...
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Carter's 1st Birthday
Our sweet "baby" boy turned one year old on Monday, June 25th. It is hard to believe that he is no longer a baby. He is approaching the toddler stage. Getting in to and on top of everything. Not afraid...
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Camping!
We went on our first camping trip and we survived! We have been talking about going camping for years, but I just couldn't break down enough to be okay with sleeping outdoors. Sounds crazy, right? I...
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My Favorite Spot
Do you have a favorite spot in your house? A place where you go to be alone, drink your coffee while the kids are still asleep, or talk on the phone without interruptions? I have a favorite spot....
View ArticleA Seizure
We think Ethan might have had a seizure yesterday morning. We were going through the normal morning routine. Struggling with getting Ethan to brush his teeth before getting dressed. He is pretty...
View ArticleEthan's Results
Last Friday we took Ethan in for a work up of tests following the possible seizure scare mentioned here. Ethan had some blood taken, an EKG test, and he had to pee in a cup. All of his test results...
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I Love My Blog
Some days, like today, I have nothing interesting to talk about, but I still ramble out thoughts of nothingness on my blog. I love my blog. I love looking back through my blog and wondering why I...
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Mariah is DRIVING!
Mariah's driving! She has her temporary learners permit and she is officially behind the wheel and on the streets! She is doing great! Mariah took the driver's education class this summer at her...
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Da Bears = Date Night!
Cory and I had a little last minute date night on a Thursday night! We scored some tickets to our first ever BEARS game at Soldier Field. I love Chicago and get excited about heading down there any...
View ArticleSo Excited!
Remember this post about the Norwex party that I had? Well, now I am joining in on the fun and becoming a consultant! Yup, that is how much I love this stuff! I am so excited to tell everyone about...
View Article28 Hours
I have made it 28 hours without nursing Carter. I have been ready to quit for a while, but Carter has not been ready. He is so attached to me. I love his snuggles and that he always wants to be...
View ArticleAnd... it's October
Mariah has a job! Her very first official job! She is working at a local Farmer's Market and Gift Shop. She was hired on as seasonal help, but is really enjoying it and hopes to get hired on...
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Oh, lighten up!
This weekend I learned about light bulbs. I went to Menards in search for more light. I didn't want to buy new light fixtures, I just wanted brighter bulbs, but everything in my home seems to allow...
View ArticleI Just Don't Understand
I am feeling disturbed today. There are so many evil things that happen in this world. It is scary turning on the news and watching the horrible and tragic stories come across the tv while we are...
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Sneak Peak: Stone!
We committed! We picked out a stone and we love it! It's fireplace completion time! 7 years in the making... happy dance! :-) woot woot! It's a natural limestone. Isn't it pretty?! Here is what...
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Family Day in Chicago
We love living so close to a big city. Actually, two big cities, but we tend to favor Chicago. On Saturday we surprised the kids with a trip down to Chicago. We took the train out of Waukegan. It was...
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