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The Boys

The boys and I are settling into a little more of a routine after a few months. Camren has delighted me by sleeping until 5 am a few times this week. That has certainly been a bonus and made quite a difference in my outlook and energy level for these new days without dad around. […]

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Crinkle, Crunchy & Screatures

We’ve been sort of busy around the house lately trying to prepare for the new baby’s arrival. I think I’ve been making Rick a little crazy with all of my nesting projects. There have been plenty of closets cleaned out, furniture rearranged, and laundering of baby clothing and bedding. In the midst of all of […]

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Pantry Building Blocks

I left the other morning for a doctor’s appointment. Apparently, this is what I missed. It seems that the regular blocks Quin has to build with are just not enough. He grabbed a bunch of stuff from the pantry and decided to build. We thought it was pretty funny yet creative. If Quin visits at […]

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Christmas Recap

I suppose we’ve been a little lax in our postings as of late. There are no good excuses, just apologies, although I don’t think anyone has been asking us for a new post. I thought it might be nice to post just a few pictures and updates about the holidays. Christmas Eve was spent at […]

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Fall into Reading Challenge Wrap-up

Today marks the end of the Fall into Reading Challenge that I attempted to participate in for the first time. I’m going to follow Katrina’s list of questions to wrap up for those who might be interested in learning how I did. Did you finish reading all the books on your fall reading list? If […]

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Christmas decorating with a 2-year old

Someone should have warned me how much longer it would take to decorate a Christmas tree with a 2-year old boy. The tree was up and half-way decorated when Quin awoke from his nap today. He came down and took a look at the tree. He uttered one word as he stared at it, “Christmas.” […]

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For Virginia

Aww — You’re engaged… Friendship and love,  Laughter and caring —  May these keep on growing  As you keep on sharing. Congratulations Virginia.  We love you!

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Post Trick or Treating

Quin seemed to enjoy meeting the neighbors and collecting as much candy as he could.  Here are a couple of shots of little Yoda in his first moments reviewing the loot and then passing out after he was allowed to enjoy a few treats.

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Happy Halloween!

What do three Star Wars characters do after a free lunch (in costume) at Chick-Fil-A?  Run around the yard and pose for pictures.  Enjoy!  (Quin and his cousins, Grant and Marah sure had some fun today.  And yes, Yoda does need a pacifier for some reason.  Thank you cousin Grant for loaning us a light […]

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The Children’s Museum

We finally made it to the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh.  Our friend Jill kindly invited us to join Ella and Jack there.  She was also kind enough to drive us.  Thank you Jill!  This place was definitely a great spot for Quin and Ella.   These two started out the day by painting, then doing […]

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