I awoke with autumn energy. Ran two miles on the treadmill, then another three outside in the brisk morning air with a friend. After showering and eating and taking Dave down to the campus to study, …
Oh, the first week of October. I pulled out my little box of decor and set to work making our abode a little more festive. Once everything was out, I felt like the decor, though fun, was …
Four years ago yesterday, Dave and I tied the knot.What a fun day. One of the best. Both yesterday and that original October 5, 2006.He hung out with friends worked at Franklin Covey back then, and …
I am still alive!Actually, I feel really good. The half-marathon was the perfect balance of a girls-getaway, a challenging work-out, and an inspiring achievement. I almost cried. And then I ate two pieces of spinach …
So, I'm off to wing it. I hadn't looked at the website at all until I tried to register. Then today, I thought I might go ahead and get an idea of what I'm in for...now …
Does every toddler go through an "impossible to photograph" stage? I mean, I know I'm not a professional, he's 17 months old, it was just after dinner and just before bed, the lighting was tungsten, we …
Remember how I bought some shoes, and became an indentured Etsy alchemy servant? Well, last night I finished alchemy order number two: Little Orphan Annie.I think she turned out well, don't you? Forget that I …
(the birthday girl enjoys a sweet)Oh, how I love parties! This last week I was so delighted to be able to lend a hand preparing for and setting up this adorable sweet-themed first birthday party. …
So, it's about time to talk about this whole running thing. Since the beginning of the summer I've been training for a half-marathon. Now, I have friends who collect half marathons like samples at Costco, …
The season for our Seasonal Veggies is almost over! It is amazing to look back over the last four months and realize that I have not cooked meat...at all...and it hasn't even been a big …
Here we are! Tip-toeing into Autumn! We jumped the gun and took a trek out to Homestead Farm last weekend with the family (and larger ward family) to pick apples.Homestead was great because of the …
Today is the final day of summer. Officially. Though weather-wise, the next few weeks here in DC will probably feel like my ideal summer: 80, breezy, and sunny. Here's a salute to the summer in …