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Quote of the Week

Posted on August 12, 2013 by Leah
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“It’s You vs You.” Josh asked me today what the new quote of the week was. I hadn’t been struck by anything so far (or hadn’t really been looking; life gets pretty busy at times….) I told him he could … Continue reading →

Posted in Josh, Quote of the week | 25 Replies

Terms of Endearment

Posted on August 10, 2013 by Leah
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When I was about 10 years old,  I remember  hanging out with my best friend Jennie and talking to her mother one day. At the end of the conversation, as we walked away, Jennie’s Mom said, “Have fun Muffin.” “Muffin?” I … Continue reading →

Posted in CDF, Gabe, Josh, Rob, Sam, Zach, Zandra | 13 Replies

Pour Your Heart Out: The Worst and Best Day of My Life

Posted on August 7, 2013 by Leah
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Funny how the worst day in your life, can end up being the best. It was 2005. I can’t remember the exact date anymore. End of October, beginning of November. It was around that time because one of my best … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce, Grief, Memories, PYHO | 59 Replies

Quote of the Week

Posted on August 5, 2013 by Leah
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One girl home from over night camp, excited to share all her stories.Two boys heading to overnight camp.One super, over the moon excited.One hating the fact that his Dad and Stepmom are forcing him to go.It has always been a … Continue reading →

Posted in camp, Gabe, Quote of the week, Zach | 18 Replies

Monthly snaps of life

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Leah
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the little things in life to remember from the past month  boy days: blue jays games and car museum birdie josh, first time in front seat, josh folding laundry, power soccer camp awards (josh and zach), night out at chinese … Continue reading →

Posted in monthly snaps of life | 21 Replies

My Pink Ball

Posted on August 2, 2013 by Leah
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Once upon a time there was a little girl who loved the beach.She didn’t go to the beach very often, but every few summers, her parents would pack up their car and take this girl, her two siblings, and grandmother … Continue reading →

Posted in Memories, Zach | 26 Replies

Quote of the Week

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Leah
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We went to this amazing little hiking area in the valley near our house this past weekend. It was Reggie’s first introduction to some trails. A lot for a little fella to smell, but he seemed to like it. It … Continue reading →

Posted in choices, daily life, Quote of the week, Zandra | 27 Replies

My Girl

Posted on July 28, 2013 by Leah
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Alexandra was 6 years old when I met her. She was full of personality! I knew she was a very special girl. When Rob told his ex wife that he was involved in a serious relationship with a woman with … Continue reading →

Posted in camp, photography course, step family, step mother, step parenting, Stepmother, Zandra | 21 Replies

The Difference a Coach Makes

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Leah
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Zach’s team tied their game the other night. And we celebrated!! Yes, we celebrated a tie! It was a 1-1 tie, no less. This was the first non-loss all season. They have come to expect losing. Big losses. Like 11-0, … Continue reading →

Posted in life lessons, Parenting, soccer, Zach | 29 Replies

Quote of the Week

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Leah
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“Don’t be gloomy. Do not dwell on unkind things. Stop seeking out the storms and enjoy more fully the sunlight. Even if you are not happy, put a smile on your face. ‘Accentuate the positive.’ Look a little deeper for … Continue reading →

Posted in choices, happiness, Quote of the week | 27 Replies

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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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