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Quote of the Week

Posted on July 15, 2014 by Leah
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Summer is really hard to keep up with the quotes! We are all over the place with scheduling. It makes me appreciate the routine during the rest of the year…. The three kids are on vacation with their Mom right … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Zach

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Leah
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13 years ago today, I became a mother. Not just any mother. But, the mother to THIS kid.   I know I am a little biased, but seriously, this kid is awesome. Although I nostalgically look back on that crazy … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Sam!

Posted on July 5, 2014 by Leah
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“Sam-wee” is the name of choice in our house for this not so little guy right now! Rob started calling him that and Sam loves it! But unfortunately, he’s not going to be wee much longer… Today he turns 9!!! … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Gabe

Posted on July 4, 2014 by Leah
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Sweet 16. Do boys have sweet 16’s? Not sure. But this guy is 16. And he’s pretty sweet.   He was pretty sweet from the moment I met this 9 year old kid. He has blossomed into an incredible young … Continue reading →

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Last Day In Venice

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Leah
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We woke up really early so we could go see Venice in its sleepy state. That is the best way to see a city – or anywhere for that matter… the sun is rising, the lighting is perfect and there … Continue reading →

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Last Day in Munich and First Day in Venice!

Posted on June 29, 2014 by Leah
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On our last day in Munich we headed to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site. What a humbling, sobering, memorable visit. There’s not really much more to say, except it was a horrific time in history, and it hit me … Continue reading →

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Salzburg (Gabe’s 16 trip – Day 5)

Posted on June 28, 2014 by Leah
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The hills are alive… with the sound of music…. I wish I could just pick a few favourite things from this day. The majestic alps? The guide who played Sound of Music songs during the train ride? The Abbey? The … Continue reading →

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Happy Anniversary!

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Leah
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7 years ago, I met Rob and fell in love very quickly with him. Shortly after we were dating, he won an all inclusive trip for two to Sweden. He had purchased a Saab, was entered into a draw and … Continue reading →

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Munich Day 4 – Neuschwanstein Castle

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Leah
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For years I have wanted to go to the Neuschwanstein Castle in Fussen, Germany (about two hours by train from Munich). Today was the day! It is the castle that inspired Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle, and the most visited … Continue reading →

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Munich – Day 3 – Heading to Ingolstadt (aka Home of the Audi)

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Leah
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Today was a bit of a different day. Some of us loved it more than others:) lol We went early to the BMW welt where we picked up a BMW M5 – apparently a super fast car. Both Rob and … 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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