• Kids

    Back to School 2025

    Met their teachers and walked the kids to their classrooms at Open House. I think the biggest change this year is the new “No Cell Phones” policy state law which makes it so…

  • Personal

    The Summer I Turned 37

    The longer I live the more beautiful life becomes. Frank Lloyd Wright Dear Journal, I am very thankful to celebrate another birthday. My family made me feel so special while I took it…

  • Personal

    Pregnancy Week 25

    My appetite is back for the most part! Baby loves Mexican food—eggs and cheese in a tortilla for breakfast, vegetarian tacos that Jer makes with zucchini and corn and chipotle peppers in adobo…

  • Adventures

    White Pine Hollow Trail

    This summer it feels like I haven’t been able to have enough time with Jer. Honestly no matter how much time is given, it will always feel like I want more with him…

  • Kids

    Happy 14th Birthday, Lily!

    L has had some pretty epic birthdays in the past since she’s our firstborn and only daughter. This year’s celebrations are small and simple in comparison, but I hope that our children know…

  • Personal

    Pregnancy Week 23

    My Maternal Fetal Medicine appointment went well for both baby and I! I don’t need to schedule any more! I celebrated with pumpkin pie at my favorite duck pond at the hospital cafeteria. 

  • Personal

    Pregnancy Week 21

    During my 20 week ultrasound, the doctor said we hit a home run and baby looks perfect! He’s measuring 2 days behind but still within normal range for his development; seems like he…