School’s out. Summer vacation is in. I am at peace. Can’t see the bottom of my desk, workspace, or mail bin But summer vacation is here. I am at peace. No hurrying out the door or waking up kids. Lazy days. I am at peace. My girls surround me. Running errands in pajamas. Lunch. A movie. No where to be. I am at peace. A…
they grow …
Remember this little guy? Proof that they grow. And that they grow fast! Mom really wanted to try a studio session … so we … tried. Let’s just say, I affectionately call this guy “my little challenge.” He.was.all.over the place! We finally decided to let him run around outside while I captured the essence of this young ‘un. ;) He’s a beautiful little guy, and…
lemon baked pasta
{image via the pioneer woman} One of my go-to recipes! Yum, yum, yum!! The Pioneer superhuman Woman posted this as a main dish, but I tend to use it as a side dish. I love it all times of the year … yummy with steak and especially yummy with grilled lemon-pepper shrimp {that I may have made and devoured the other night}. Ree has some beautiful…
year-end teacher gifts
I kinda went all out this year … it’s just that I got on a roll and couldn’t stop! And besides, don’t our teachers deserve it? The teachers loved, loved, loved their framed prints! Especially Wynter’s Kindergarten teacher!! She has an “E” in her name, so she was lucky enough to get Taylor in the photo. She’s had all the girls now except Hunter ……
chicago smiles
I thank my God every time I remember you. Philippians 1:3 We started the day as new friends, and ended as kindred spirits. Kate and Katherine are the most lovely, beautiful, creative and talented of women … and fast becoming amazing friends! Oh the damage we could do if they lived closer! We met in Chicago for a day of fun … only to arrive…