“It’s true that shopping is cheaper than therapy” So it’s the start of November and Georgie and I decided for a girls day out shopping and lunch. Life kept getting in the way of some time out together, so I was so grateful for this chance before I had to...
I am starting to really appreciate the Sunday morning before church routine John and I have of going to the markets. Some times we go on a Saturday, like this day.
Yesterday Georgie, Iris, and I went on a girls day out shopping. We first though, surprised John at his work. I wanted to see where it was he earned a living and meet his co-workers. He was indeed surprised but gave me a quick grand tour. Georgie, after dealing with...
The invitation came. I about cringed at the thought. How can I manage to fit something like that in my busy schedule? I can’t do it, I immediately thought. These things are addicting and just over my head. I will stink at it. This is so unlike me, I couldn’t…...
Mothers Day, Two Birthdays (mine and Rubi’s), upcoming wedding)…. This is and already has been a very busy week. Yesterday, besides celebrating Mother’s Day, we also started celebrating the two birthdays. This is the beginning and so much more to come this week!
In 1998 our family took a trip to Spain. I am just now able to take the movies from the video camera and get them onto a DVD. (thanks Roger!) I chose this excerpt, as I love the area of Lleida. It’s a great place to explore and the shopping...
Silas marked. Scenario: A mommy who is under the weather and taking a nap. Daddy is watching a football game that is TIED and in OVERTIME. (Ravens vs. Patriots) A toddler playing with the markers he got for his birthday party the day before. Not seen here: he even marked...
Shopping done, wrapping done, cards and packages sent, baking done. Â Here are images of Heather and Laura icing a batch of sugar cookies…
Through the years, unless I had to go out and work on this day, I avoided leaving the cozy comfort of my house. This year was different, as Laura was armed with gift cards and birthday money and wanted to go to the mall. So, I braved traffic, crowded parking...
After all the days of shopping, malls. shops and literally wearing myself out, Christmas Eve was finally here. Not a rule I have always liked, but the kids love it, and that is that they open their presents on Christmas Eve. I didn’t see any reason to change that tradition...
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