Sunday Snapshots: Independence Weekend, New Do, & Traveling Oregon

Having family visit for this fun three day weekend has just been amazing. And, even though most of us have been working hard trying to get over an icky Summer cold… we have been having a great holiday weekend. Of course, any weekend that starts with 3 hours of my enjoying alone time being pampered …

Perspective: Sometimes you need to feel a little small to think big.

I think it is pretty easy for a person to forget that they aren’t the center of the universe. Watching my toddler grow up I’ve been reminded over and over again that some things feel like they are going to crash your entire world. Sometimes it feels like your problems are the most important. Sometimes …

Family Photos

When I was a child I loathed taking family photos. Everyone had to get dressed up in nearly identical clothing and head to a stuffy studio where we posed awkwardly and pasted smiles on our faces. Even if we had a great photographer, the experience was never too amazing. I’m glad we have those photos. …

Heartbroken for Oklahoma

I’ve seen a lot of people pouring out their support for those that have lost in Oklahoma. Please, please, please— if you are able and willing to give— give to the causes that are going to try to benefit all of those who have lost in Oklahoma… not just one town. A lot of outpouring has been going to Moore (which desperately need it) but other towns and people who have lost are not receiving that same outpouring of aid and volunteers. They too are in need.

Thoughts and Random Tid-bits

I’m in a weird head space at the moment. There has been so much happening lately that I’m feeling slightly overwhelmed. My blog work is the first thing to go on the back burner when life/work gets crazy. I have several great posts (at least I think so) in the works. But, today is another …