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To Stay Awhile
Mikey and Allie took part in a week-long summer science camp. Lauren realized too late that she wanted to take part in it, too. Next year, we told her. Not sure what we’re going to tell Jonah next year when all three go off and leave him behind. He’s not such a big fan of that. Anyhow, the camp was located in the South Coast Botanic Garden. Fast becoming one of my favorite places to be. So when Lauren asked if we could just stay and hang out after we had dropped off the older two, I was happy to say yes. I let them choose where to go and…
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Enjoying the Quiet
Jonah and I found ourselves alone at home one leisurely summer afternoon. I forget now where the others had all gone. It’s amazing how quiet the house gets when we go from four kids down to one. And even though I had several other things I was hoping to get done, they all quickly fell by the wayside as soon as Jonah came trotting up to me with his little smile and simple “Mommy, play?” I had to say yes. And I had to grab my camera. Because those two things are pretty much synonymous with me. If I’m gonna be made to play, I’m gonna capture the moment. Because…
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Lauren Turns 6!
Originally, I was thinking to throw a Frozen-themed birthday party for Lauren at home. But, reality set in. I was tired. Plus, we had only recently made it through the other five of our birthdays in recent weeks. Also, our backyard reno was finally in full swing and things looked terrible out there. Additionally, some work/painting was being done in the living room so hosting a party in the house was out, too. So I pitched the idea of having Lauren’s party at Color Me Mine. Turns out it was the easiest sell ever and she was ALL for it. …
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Summer Bucket List: [Ghetto] Science Camp
Another item on Mikey’s Summer Bucket List? Playdates! Also known as [Ghetto] Science Camp at the Tsais! And that, my friends, wraps up the educational portion of our summer. Click here to see last year’s ghetto science camp.
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13
Thanks to dear friends who offered to babysit for us (thanks Jami and James- we love you guys!!), Phil and I were able to go out and celebrate our thirteenth anniversary this past July. We finished off with a glassful of brownie bites in chocolate ice cream with a bing cherry on top. So. Much. Food. So fun, though. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it. 😉 PS- Happy anniversary, Phil! I am so blessed to be walking…
