Two big steps in mission preparation: temple and farewell for Claire
Oh my goodness. TODAY Claire starts the “home MTC.” And I have a million and one things to say about that. We have had a couple weeks to get her…
The best way to explore the Amalfi Coast: in a boat
While staying on the coast of Italy, we were introduced to the best way to explore the Amalfi Coast: in a boat. Here’s the post I promised from the original…
Two splendid Days on the Amalfi Coast!
After we left Florence, we had two splendid days on the Amalfi Coast. Oh boy, this was a huge bucket-list place to see for me. I was in charge of…
Embracing the mess: how to find peace in the eye of the storm
Let’s talk about embracing the mess and mayhem that is sometimes motherhood. Oh this motherhood game can sure be a doozy. Even after our best-laid efforts. I am reminded of…
Labor Day Weekend and the sun setting on Claire’s time at home
I’m having trouble trying to figure out how to post about the rest of our trip, way too many pictures and too much to say. So until I figure that…
One day immersed in the art and wonder of Florence
We had one day immersed in the art and wonder of Florence. Elle was our “guide” and led us to all things beautiful.
the best way to see London Highlights
Our first stop on our MFMP trip was London since we were picking up our girl Claire from her study abroad. We were so anxious for her to show us…
A mother/daughter art “treasure hunt” in Italy – our first “MFMP”
Our first “MFMP” trip is in the books. A Mother/daughter art “treasure hunt” in Italy. What is that, you may ask? Well, I have talked about our “MFME” mother/daughter gatherings…
a birthday cake float and some grit on the lake
Yow there have been a lot of moving parts around here! We just put the last two plus Murphy on the plane after Claire’s farewell weekend, and now it’s down…