How to Make Family Travel Work with Kids (Real-Life Tips)
If you’ve ever wondered how to make family travel work—especially with kids, busy schedules, or a tight budget—you are not alone. I’m a huge believer in family travel, but I…
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My Favorite Things from Easter Weekend with My Grandkids
There is something pretty special about gathering for holidays, and this Easter weekend felt especially meaningful. Not only did we get time together as a family, but we also got…
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A Wedding on a Red Rock Mountain – Happy 6th Anniversary!
Today is a six year red rock wedding anniversary for two of my favorites. You see, six years ago, on a red rock plateau overlooking a deep gorge below, Elle…
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Easter With Grown Kids and Grandbabies
Easter looks a little different these days—with our kids grown and celebrating in different places—but somehow, this holiday still holds us together. This year Easter was pretty special. Because we…
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All Things Beautiful Through Christ – An Easter Message
Since Easter is a time to reflect on the life, sacrifice, and resurrection of Jesus Christ—and what that means in our own lives, I’ve been thinking. Specifically about a quote…
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2026 Snapshot: Life as Empty Nesters
I usually do a “snapshot” of how life is right at that moment at the beginning of each new year. And this year feels especially significant because it’s our first…
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Why the 2025–2026 Utah Ski Season Wasn’t a Bust for Our Family
Some may call the Utah ski season 2025-2026 a bust. I mean, it may be the season with the least snow on record from the beginning of recording beginnings. But…
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Building Independence as a Young Adult with Special Needs: Lucy’s First College Spring Break
Watching your child with special needs step into adulthood can be quite an emotional ride. It brings a unique mix of pride, worry, and wonder. Lucy’s first college spring break…
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Easter Traditions That Hold Us Together (Even as Kids Grow Up)
Every year as Easter approaches I find myself asking the same question:How do we make this holiday feel as meaningful as it really is? How can I worship in a…
