Month: June 2013

Garden Project 2013

We have a kind of dumpy patch of dirt that used to house some random bushes and a half dead tree stump. We cleared the bushes out last summer (more on the stump later) and are ATTEMPTING to grow vegetables this summer. We have planted 3 different tomato plants, cucumbers, bell peppers, eggplant, green beans, basil, & mint. The strawberries… Read more →

Father’s Day

Father’s Day was a very casual affair this year. I invited my in-laws and parents over for pizza. Everyone brought a side dish and it turned out to be one hell of a dinner! We stuffed ourselves, exchanged cards, kids played and we had a very nice evening. Henry got some clothes, a handmade card, and a funny interview by… Read more →

Mother’s Day

This is a little late, but Mother’s Day is always worth the recognition no matter what. It was a mish mash of a holiday since we threw Chloe’s birthday party the day before. Its a little challenging to throw two parties back to back. But with a few loads of dishes in the dish washer and a well stocked fridge,… Read more →

Fun Filled Family Fiestas

Last weekend was all about family. Saturday night was my Grandfather’s 95th birthday. NINETY-FIVE. Holy crap.  Aside from his eyesight, he’s doing amazingly well. My Uncle Stan was in town from San Diego, so that was extra cool. He made sure to get in some cuddles with Chloe.  She will oddly sit still if you read her some books. Alex… Read more →

Chloe {1 year}

Almost caught up!! Here we are. We made it. My hair may be a little bit grayer. My back is definitely more tired. And most days I feel like my brain is totally fried. But I have something pretty awesome to show for all that. I have a curly haired, chatty, opinionated, cuddly, brave, big-grinned, screeching, intelligent and sweet girl.… Read more →