Category Archives: Family

a letter to my bigboy

Every parent says it, “I can’t believe how fast the time flies!” Now you’re seven. Whoa. My birthday letter to you precious one.

pinteresting wednesdays: for parents

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sista sista: an ode to shane

An ode to woman for which you shouldn’t be surprised Because we come from the same cloth, Shane Parmely, you and I. We are true sisters from a long away tribe that had feistiness and spriteliness and goddess inside. For you see my all of me, the warts and beauty within you bring out my…

thankful thursday: mom to the rescue!

On this Thursday, I knew exactly what I was thankful for.  I didn’t even have to think about it. I’m thankful for my Mommy.  She lives in Colorado and we don’t get the opportunity to see each other more than twice a year typically. Right now my life is a bit crazy; working from home,…

thankful thursdays: mike mcelroy

I have MANY things to be thankful for, particularly when my heart is breaking for a family I barely know. Let me start by saying I love my neighbors.  Patty & Bruce are exactly the neighbors you would want when you move into a new neighborhood.  They are about 10 years our senior, their son…

wordless wednesday: the cuteness of cousins

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wordless wednesday: learning to ride

What an awesome moment!  As always check out our friends that host Wordless Wednesday link ups.  Cheers Friends!

family reunion

Usually I participate in Wordless Wednesdays posts.  However, while looking at my pictures, I realized that there is one picture that I need to write about.  Earlier this month I attended my extended family’s biennial reunion.  This year, my Mom and I hosted the gathering at a lakeside set of cabins in southwest Colorado.  I…

wordless wednesdays: alda florence

I love Wordless Wednesdays.  Thank you Angry Julie and Red Lotus Mama for the big share.  You gals are awesome!

solo road tripping w/the boys

Here’s what I love about road trips.  I love not being on a schedule.  I love getting up and going when we get up and go.  I know that I’m gonna get there.  Don’t rush me.  I’m rushed enough.  On a schedule enough (or running behind enough).  I run errands enough.  I just want to…