Last weekend there were a series of crazy happenings that just kept slowing our day down. In fact, that's life, especially in this busy season. My parents came to visit and to celebrate my daughter Lily's First Communion with us. They flew down to avoid driving through the mountains, but their flights left much to … Continue reading Long Distance Family
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Hangry
I did not grow up in a family where many things were officially diagnosed. When we weren't feeling well there were usually 3 things that we were told to consider. Do you need to go to the bathroom? Have you had a glass of water? Are you hungry? For me, that last one was usually … Continue reading Hangry
A Tale of Two Tables
Sometimes it takes a little chaos to appreciate something beautiful. Sometimes you have to step back from the everyday to realize how valuable it is. And sometimes you decide to rip out your entire kitchen, spread all of its contents throughout your home, and live for a few weeks with 7 people and no stove. … Continue reading A Tale of Two Tables