“Go back to your books, to your armchair. Plant your trees, watch them grow. If more people valued home above gold, this world would be a merrier place.”

— Thorin Oakenshield

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  • Yes, I am a "Fly Lady" Fan

    I love to read something that motivates me to stretch a little higher and do something a little better. So here is my book recommendation for home organization, “Sink Reflections” by Marla Cilley aka the “fly lady”. In my quest… Continue reading

  • Family Notebook

    This idea for a family notebook came from my sister Diane. I have used this system for the past 3 or 4 years and swear by it. It’s a great way to keep you organized and all of your family… Continue reading

  • Projects in Progress

    As you can see on my sidebar I’ve now added a little feature called Projects in Progress. This is a fun way to update people on the latest things I’m working on. It’s also a great motivator for me to… Continue reading

  • Engineers

    I saw this today on my sister’s friends blog and I couldn’t resist posting it on my own. Anyone who knows our little Miguel will get a real chuckle out of this one. Thanks for sharing Angie! Continue reading

  • Sweet Dreams

    I’m not afraid to admit it or even fight it…I am a big fan of “the nap”. It rejuvinates me and gives me the added energy boost I need to complete my day, as well as the added bonus of… Continue reading

  • Sharing our Abundunce

    “To live a pure unselfish life, one must count nothing as one’s own in the midst of abundance.” -Buddha- In the Book of Mormon King Benjamin gives a beautiful discourse on giving to those in need. He says, “For behold,… Continue reading

  • Our little friends Gabby and Emmy

    Then and Now- Emily (almost 8) Gabby( almost 10) with her mom Maria. The Foster Care Foundation is an organization that is dear to our hearts. A few years ago our family had the opportunity to serve as a foster… Continue reading

  • Back to School Memory

    My favorite subject in school was English/Literature. I remember my Elementary School teachers reading to me. “The Boxcar Children” and “A Wrinkle in Time” were favorites. I loved how these books would carry me away to a whole different place… Continue reading

  • Back to School Traditions

    My baby Mikayla started Kindergarten this year, happy for her a little sad for me (sniff, sniff). Miguel is so grown up now first grade is a full day at school. He said, “It was really long Mom!” But each… Continue reading

  • Chewy Peanut Butter Bars

    A favorite school lunch memory of mine, were the days when this yummy dessert was served. I would trade anything on my tray for an extra “peanut butter bar”. Still a favorite treat for everyone who agrees that chocolate and… Continue reading