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Much of this summer has been exactly what I love about summer… time to relax and enjoy life with family. I am so thankful that my grandparents created a place where everyone felt at home. I think this plays a big … Continue reading →

Thank you, dear friends, for making the drive west this summer. We loved every minute of the time we had together!

Audrey is 8 weeks old today. The days are going so fast, and both girls are growing and changing quickly. Today we went to the farm. Vera surprised me by being fairly timid and clingy. She gets to go and “work” … Continue reading →

March 21 was THE day. For a couple of weeks, I’d been telling anyone who asked that I thought our baby would be born on the 20th, though I guess I didn’t really believe it. I was just anxious to … Continue reading →

I can’t think of anything better as a kid than growing up with cousins nearby. Vera loves when these playmates come and run through the house with her. I love it, too. 🙂

Our Christmas celebrations were lovely. We spend Christmas Eve day with the Aune family at April & Jesse’s house. About half of the crew was able to make it, and it was great to see everyone. Christmas Day brought us … Continue reading →

Oh how I love having a break at this time of year. The week before break always feels rushed and chaotic and somehow makes these days that we can sleep in (as much sleeping in as one does with a … Continue reading →

This summer we wrapped up a fairly-major remodel of our utility room. I use the term “we” liberally, as Bill (with help from various wonderful family members) did the grunt work while I entertained Vera. We are so pleased with … Continue reading →

    It’s hard to believe that we’re three weeks into our summer break already. It’s wonderful! Bill and I continue to chip away at household projects, but most of our time is spent playing with our favorite girl. Vera … Continue reading →

  Today was Vera’s first birthday. It doesn’t seem possible that a year has passed since we first got to meet our sweet girl. She continues to grow quickly and has been a wonderful baby since day one. She loves … Continue reading →