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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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Prom

Posted on July 10, 2019 by Leah
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It’s taking me a while to catch up, and now it seems long ago as the summer routine becomes our new norm. But, this was a fun night that needs to be documented more than just in my heart! Both … Continue reading →

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Nudges

Posted on July 6, 2019 by Leah
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We are in full on preparation mode for Zach’s mission. It’s a bit daunting when you see the list… between what you need to buy and what you need to do. You aren’t exactly sure what he won’t have access … Continue reading →

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Monthly Snaps of Life

Posted on June 12, 2019 by Leah
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Time to catch up with what’s on my iPhone… This was the wedding invites for Gabe and Shannon’s wedding. Can’t remember if I got a clear shot of those posted… My friend sent me this photo that popped up in … Continue reading →

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The Last Time

Posted on May 9, 2019 by Leah
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The Last Time Poem From the moment you hold your baby in your arms, you will never be the same. You might long for the person you were before, When you have freedom and time, And nothing in particular to … Continue reading →

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Post Wedding Fun

Posted on May 5, 2019 by Leah
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The next day, we got to spend some time with my brother and family. It is rare to have time with them since we live so far, so we were excited to squeeze in a day! We headed to Boulder … Continue reading →

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Gabe & Shannon’s Wedding: The Fort Collins Temple

Posted on April 29, 2019 by Leah
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I think I’ll have to divide wedding day up into multiple posts because there were multiple events that day – and because there are so many pictures (and trust me, I’m being choosy and only posting a sampling, lol). We … Continue reading →

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The wedding week

Posted on April 28, 2019 by Leah
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Rob and I flew to Denver a few days early to spend some time with Gabe; in particular to go to the temple with him for the first time. We arrived early on the Tuesday morning and went for lunch … Continue reading →

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The Middle (Quote of the Week )

Posted on April 16, 2019 by Leah
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“We are always in the middle” Dieter F. Uchtdorf THIS IS SO GOOD. “There is a sublime truth behind the idea that we are always in the middle” . You can read the full thing here. There was a before … Continue reading →

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The 50% Rule

Posted on April 8, 2019 by Leah
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When Gabe graduated grade 8 middle school, the principal got up and gave a speech. I know I’ve talked about this speech before because it really bothered me. He told all these young middle schoolers that they have a “right … 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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