Our Visit to the Colorado Rockies
July 20, 2011 by christine
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During the first part of July we took a trip to Estes Park, CO. (You might have followed our adventure on my Facebook Page!) We have gone every other year as a part of my husband’s job the last few years. Such a fun beautiful place! Have you been there? Snow in July The [...]
Blueberry Picking
July 18, 2011 by christine
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We braved the heat and went Blueberry Picking on Friday! I’m so glad we did! I was preparing my speech for the kids – all berries must hit the bucket – do not eat them, that is stealing until we have paid for them…. when the lady leading us out to our special spot informed [...]
Where I’m From
June 28, 2011 by christine
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I am from hula hoops, jump ropes, and a pink banana seat bike with streamers. I am from the Baron Place Cul-de-Sac with the underground pool in the back yard. I am from the sage brush, the desert. I am from lefse (a Scandinavian potato tortilla for those who don’t know) and a mom who [...]
A Peek at Summer at Our House
June 18, 2011 by christine
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It is summer vacation! (Okay, it has been for almost a full month already!) It is my very favorite time of the year - I LOVE summer vacation! I love having my kids home all the time, I love being able to just relax and have fun as a family. I love being outside in [...]
Hello from Washington
May 30, 2011 by christine
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We are on vacation at the moment, but I thought I would still stop in and say hello. We have lived in Illinois for 5 years, but we grew up in Washington, so we are home to visit family and friends. It was quite the trip getting out here. The drive to the airport [...]
Will You Vote–Pretty Please–I have a Gift for You Too!
May 19, 2011 by christine
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Check out my Genius Tip and vote for me – please! The current leader only has 149 votes… We could easily surpass that if you all vote… I could win 3K in Kennmore Products! If I win, I will have a surprise gift for all of you too! http://apps.facebook.com/kenmoregeniustips/?contentPath=%2Fdetail%2F56 Thanks so much! C- You May [...]
My New Favorite Drink & Snack
May 11, 2011 by christine
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Do you ever find new foods that you are super excited to find? I have tried a couple new things lately that I have loved! First is Nestle Brisk Juicy Peach Green Tea – found at our local Panda Express in the fountain drink machine. I had never had this before and let me tell [...]
