I do like to see the good, even in the bad. My husband jokes that I am a dreamer, an optimist, living in a utopian world, while he is a realist. But, I believe that sometimes reality is full of optimism and hope. I do live in a place where home is where the heart is. My mom taught me that. She always told us that we could make anywhere into a home – take some pictures, snacks, toys and, most importantly, family – and a home is created, no matter what the circumstances. So, Continue…
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If you give a mom a cookie, You will see a smile appear on her face. Then, the littles will smell the wonderful smells And come running to see if they can have one, too. If you give a mom a cookie, It will just make her day. Not just because it made her smile and sent the littles running But, also, because being a mom, smiling in peaceful contentment, having littles, and making cookies is the definition of pure joy. [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:51] One Continue…
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We had an amazing weekend, so I took a few days off from updating our menu and posting recipes. We had our annual reunion on Sean’s side of the family. Honestly, I could not ask for a better extended family. They have always welcomed me with open arms, and they love, love, love my children. Anyone who loves my children has an extremely special place in my heart forever. I am happy to report that Ethan and I remained gluten, dairy, and peanut free. Summer, Gabriel, and Continue…
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