Category: Lifestyle
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Weekend Recap 45
While I usually like to share some links and suggestions for weekend activities, this one is going to be a bit different. Because at the end of the day, things happen that align your priorities and warrant something else. On Friday, Dillon and I made the easy call to rush home and be with family…
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Self-Care
How many times have you heard this word in the last year or so? It seems like world is finally realizing how important it is to put your own health and happiness first sometimes. It’s like when you are on a plane and the flight attendants remind you to secure your own oxygen mask before…
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Weekend Recap 44
Oh this weekend brought us joy. We spent time with friends and enjoyed the beautiful weather. But for a number of different reasons, I am needing some family time. So we’ll probably be heading back in the coming few days, for now though, here’s a look at our weekend: Into the Water– My current read,…
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Margins for Success
If you would have asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up at the age of say 10 or 11, I probably would have said a mom and a teacher. I’ve accomplished the latter, and the former will happen at some point in the future. So, in many ways I am living…
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Weekend Recap 43
Our spirits were lifted this weekend. The sun was out and Madison is finally coming out of hibernation. Seriously, it makes me so happy to see all the restaurants with their outdoor furniture again. The little things, people. Here’s a look at our weekend: Record Store Day- Ever since D got his turntable, we’ve been…
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Spring Dreams
If I am really honest, sometimes I just want spring to hurry the heck up so summer can get here. Midwest springs already get a bad rap for their chilly beginnings, and it doesn’t help that it’s the last season of the school year. But I really want to be intentional this year, and make…
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Weekend Recap 42
As I write this, I am grumbling a bit at the snow that’s falling. It’s mid April, and goodness the snow is piling on. But that’s the midwest for ya, always keeping it exciting! Here’s this weekend: Wren’s Nest– My sister Catherine was in this weekend with her soon to be hubs. It’s been a…
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Weekend Recap 41
Posting this recap pretty late. Just feels like this week is happening faster than I can keep up with. We packed the weekend full, which only added to the craziness of another work week. Here’s what we were up to: Wedding- We got to shoot my brother-in-law’s wife’s sister’s wedding. Not only was the day…
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Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs
Trying my hand at natural dyed Easter eggs for a third year. I love how imperfect they turn out. Don’t get me wrong though, I still like the store bought bright colors and will probably do a batch of those, too. But for now, here are some tips on naturally dying eggs. Boil Eggs &…
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Weekend Recap 39
I kicked off my school year spring break with a trip back home to Illinois with D. We saw both of our families. Dillon shot a wedding, and took off Monday so this weekend was extra long together. A good one to kick off the week before driving right back again for Easter later this…
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