• DIY,  Personal

    Pregnancy Week 26

    / August 17, 2025

    I’ve felt fantastic this week with energy enough to start cooking again, and even trying to bake a little with Lily! I think it was that boost from going to the U-Pick farm…

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  • Kids

    Happy 14th Birthday, Lily!

    / August 2, 2025

    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…

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  • Projects

    Making Space, Clutter Free for Baby

    / July 2, 2025

    I’ve been wanting to declutter the entire house and have ideas for how to make things more organized in every space. My audiobooks have all been about strategies and tips on simplifying the…

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  • Party

    Adelynn’s Birthday Dinner

    / March 10, 2025

    My parents and two of my sisters are in town! We celebrated my sister’s 29th birthday with an Irish dinner (they will just barely miss our St Patrick’s Day party), playing Oregon Trail,…

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  • Personal

    6 Ideas to Get Through Winter 2024

    / January 11, 2025

    I’ve been trying to prepare myself to face another winter. Different than prior years (here, here, and here). There’s a bigger focus on the mind. #1. Emotional Resilience Class I have always enjoyed…

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  • Personal,  Projects

    Junk Drawer

    / January 8, 2025

    Conquering chaos one drawer at a time. My only regret is I didn’t take a before pic! I’m so proud of our reorganized Junk Drawer. Irrationally. I must be a sicko with how…

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  • Kids,  Party

    Walker’s Favorite Things 7th Birthday

    / June 6, 2024

    We have had 7 beautiful years with our silly sweet boy! Favorite game:  MinecraftFavorite song: Take on Me by Aha Favorite thing to do: Anything with Dad- playing video games, cuddling, biking, reading, building stuffWhen I…

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