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Settling in to Oahu and BYU-H

Posted on September 12, 2019 by Leah
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The next morning we had Zandra’s move in appointment pretty early. We were up even earlier due to jet lag so went for a walk on the beach. We headed over to campus and got her all checked into her … Continue reading →

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Heading to BYU-H

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Leah
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It was an early morning flight to Hawaii. We flew through Denver and it went smoothly and quickly. I think we were all pretty tired! When we arrived in Honolulu, we got a text message that two of our bags … Continue reading →

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The next few days…

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Leah
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I arrived home from Utah with a bad cough and cold. Rob and I were on our own as the little boys were still away and Zandra was with her mom. We had a quick bite, and then headed to … Continue reading →

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Heading to the MTC

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Leah
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The day arrived. Judy made an awesome breakfast. Zach said by to his cousin Ellen. Zach spent a good chunk of the morning talking with Gabe, Shannon and his cousin Abby. Zach and I went for a walk. I’ll remember … Continue reading →

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The Toronto Good byes

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Leah
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On Monday we took a family day. I was up early with Zach and we finished off packing. So much to pack! After packing, and a few tears, Zach went for a walk with Josh. We decided to pick up … Continue reading →

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Zach’s Mission Farewell

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Leah
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Traditionally the Sunday before someone leaves for a mission, they give what is called a “farewell talk”. There’s a farewell church service and we host a farewell party. So everyone can say, well, “farewell” lol. It’s a big deal and … Continue reading →

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Pre Mission Photoshoot

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Leah
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We wanted o get some pre-mission pictures of Zach. We decided to go to the Toronto temple grounds to take them. We hired Rachael’s sister to take them and she did a fantastic job! http://www.lightandlovephoto.com Her sister did Rachael’s photos … Continue reading →

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August Moments

Posted on August 24, 2019 by Leah
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This has been a crazy month. A month I had been dreading, but it came anyway. But because it was a huge month, I wanted to document it a but more thoroughly than usual. After Collingwood, everyone got back to … Continue reading →

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Collingwood

Posted on August 11, 2019 by Leah
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We decided to take the August long weekend (here is Ontario it’s a long weekend) and get away from the city. These days, I can only really get my kids together if I isolate them far far away from friends. … Continue reading →

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Monthly Snaps of Life

Posted on August 3, 2019 by Leah
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So much to capture this summer since it’s the last one… boo hoo… are you tired of hearing that? Or maybe I’m just saying it in my head two thousand times a day ??!! Zach reconnected this summer to another … Continue reading →

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I am a Mom, Stepmom and wife who by day also doubles as a Speech Language Pathologist in private practice. I started this blog because I want to document our journey as a family as we grow, change and continue to “blend” into our blended family. This is the place where I share the amazing adventures of raising my flowers and skids. Click Here for more.

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