A year ago today I boarded a plane for a three generation trip to Connecticut! To say the least, the trip was amazing. It was such a delight spending time with Mother and Elizabeth as well as touring the state. The highlight would have to be the entire reason for going. To visit Bunny Williams Read More
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Happy Birthday America and Outdoor Dining
It was a beautiful 4th of July here in Little Rock! We were blessed with the best of weather last week! Hoping you and yours had a Happy 4th… Here’s to the red, white, and blue! And this time of year is fantastic for outdoor dining by taking advantage of the summer evenings! We enjoy Read More
Weekend Recap
We had a ball celebrating Daddy’s birthday Friday! And then we kept on celebrating his big day on Sunday too! My brother, Christopher, is riding his bicycle from Joplin to New Orleans over 10 days! He’s riding for JOMONOLA (Joplin, MO and New Orleans, LA)…”10 days, 40 riders, 800 miles, ONE Mission: Bring three families home Read More
Cement Memories
A few weeks ago, the kids took part in a “cement memory!” Something that I still remember doing as a child! We live on a corner lot, and a large truck of some sort backed up over the concrete curb and pretty much broke the concrete in half. Not so safe for kids! Handyman Husband Read More
Mothers
To all the Mothers of kiddos, fur babies, or both, I hope your Mother’s Day was special!!! It sure was for me!!! Handyman Husband made sure my day was off to a great start! They each gave me handpicked cards (which were priceless), a homemade gift, and school made gifts from both Elizabeth and Daniel! Read More
Orthodox Easter
We celebrated Orthodox Easter this past Sunday, May 5. We follow the Julian calendar only for Easter. The Julian calendar and the Jewish Passover determine the date of Easter which makes Orthodox Easter different some years than Western Easter. This year we had a low key yet fun-filled and very relaxing celebration. And the church Read More
Happy Valentine’s Day!
To my Valentines… Daddy and Mother… Elizabeth and Daniel… And Handyman Husband! I love you all! Happy Valentine’s Day!!! Wishing you a Happy Valentine’s Day too!!! Enjoy the day! Jana
2013: A Year of Opportunity
Happy 2013! For some reason, the sound of 2013 seems so “out there,” but I can honestly say, I’m really looking forward to this new year! In the past, I have made “resolutions,” but this year I’m creating “opportunities!” So why don’t you come along on this Opportunity Journey with me… 1. Create a haven for Read More
And Thanksgiving Continues!
Being outside is also a true treat at my parent’s cabin. We truly enjoyed the perfect weather on Thanksgiving… Daniel loves to be outside and certainly enjoyed being “king of the mountain!” Cousin Hunter also enjoyed playing on the mountain! Notice the chairs turned over in the background…that would thanks to you know who! Please Read More
Thanksgiving 2012
Thanksgiving continues (although my Christmas is up!) with some great pictures from the big day… We’ve celebrated Thanksgiving at my parent’s cabin for several years now. It’s a true treat and getaway! The day prior festivities began with the decorations! Elizabeth thoroughly enjoys helping! She and Daniel gathered fall leaves and placed them here as Read More