I walked through this door over four years ago. OK, not this exact door but you know what I mean. The one where alcohol no longer serves me. No Alcohol Beyond This Point. Hands down, the very best decision of my life. How is that possible? Simply because I can be...scratch that-- I AM better … Continue reading On Quitting and Gaining
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Grateful for three sons.
Days, months, years fly by. I'm reminding myself again of the importance of slowing down and taking the time to write things down. Write them down here, a journal, anywhere, but just somewhere. I want to be able to recall them at all of their ages, phases and stages growing up. Our days are packed … Continue reading Grateful for three sons.
Family photos 2025
Well, getting family photos had been on my to-do list for quite some time. Although I take photos all of the time, it has been a few years for us to have a photographer take them for us. I was thrilled to be able to work with the talented Adrienne Rae based here locally in … Continue reading Family photos 2025
2024 New Memories
We made some memories in 2024. ♥️ And, we are all so excited for this new year and exploring even more in our new town. Here is a bit of our year in review (since we didn't do Christmas cards this year!). Last year included lots of fishing, baseball, kayaking, paddle boarding, crabbing, sunsets, bike … Continue reading 2024 New Memories
Coastal Living, Part 1
Well it's been over a month since we have moved to Gulf Shores! We are loving our new home, the location and experiencing so many new things together as a family. Here I am recapping our first few weeks and sharing some photos too! July 8th was officially move in day. We had movers who … Continue reading Coastal Living, Part 1
Losing our family dog, Remi
We said goodbye to our family dog, Remi and our hearts are broken. Remi was with us through it all from moving houses, to welcoming babies home, the boys first steps, even camping, boating, gardening and more. We have a million memories with the best dog. We got Remi when Hunter was 3 months old. … Continue reading Losing our family dog, Remi
Raising puppies with kids
Happy 1st birthday to this first (and only) litter from our labs Remi and Gracie. The boys, Josh and I loved taking care of these puppies and the boys learned lots of life lessons along the way. The boys learned many science lessons and even about the birds and the bees. Introducing these lessons to … Continue reading Raising puppies with kids