Daisies are her favorite flower
She loves all flowers, but daisies really pull her in. Poor daisies - loved to pieces... but loved by the sweetest little girl.
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Dear Gem – Month 28
Parenting isn’t full of easy, one-size-fits-all answers. It’s hard, and sometimes you feel like there is no right answer. Parenting is trial by fire, learn on the job, and there is no way to know if you’re doing the right thing. It’s also the most fun I’ve ever had.
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Bagpipes and the Sea
Beautiful day by the ocean in Moclips, Washington. The sun was shining, but it wasn't too hot. Aaron got out his bagpipes and played to the sea. It's not so loud when the pipes are competing with the surf... There was quite a bit of wind stirring the dust and sand, and making for some [...]
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Green
We saw so much beauty and variety on our trip from Seattle to Alaska, but the predominant color was most definitely green. Yes, I know I should label all the pictures with the specific locations where they were taken. Maybe next time I take a trip, I'll take better notes to accompany the photos. Or, [...]
Read MoreThank You
If you haven't already heard, we have some pretty awesome news: I just completed my treatment for breast cancer! I am so ready to get on with my life, but first I want to take a moment to say thank you to everyone who helped get me through the past 16 months since my diagnosis. [...]
Read MorePomegranate Chicken Recipe
Chicken stewed in a gravy of pomegranate and ground walnuts Ingredients 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 large leek 2 lbs chicken (I like thighs because they're juicier and more flavorful, but breasts will also work well) 1 tub Knorr Chicken Homestyle Stock concentrate 2 cups pomegranate juice 8 oz walnuts 1/4 tsp cardamom basmati rice, [...]
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