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Nearly a Decade…

September 5, 2013

 

Nearly a decade…. I can’t believe it, Ry. It’s been nearly a decade of hugs, kisses, cuddles and sweet, thoughtful conversations with you. Nearly a decade of reading books, exploring the outdoors, answering your questions, going on walks, praying with you, and tucking you in at night.

Being my firstborn… it’s amazing how much I remember about your sweet personality growing up… your likes, dislikes, and little quirks. I remember each major milestone as if it’s permanently etched into my mind. It’s so special being the first… in so many ways. You see, you will always hold such a sacred space in my heart, because you were the child who first made me a mother. The child who taught me patience, and an unfathomable type of love {the most exceptional form}, that which is unconditional.

When you were a baby, you loved looking at books from the earliest age. In fact, when you were only weeks old, you were completely mesmerized by my colorful psychology books placed on the shelves. When you were slightly older, you would wake up and spend several minutes thumbing through board books. If I came in before you were finished, you would get upset… indicating a desire for a few more minutes with your books. It was the sweetest thing! By the age of three, you were doing 100-piece puzzles in a flash! By the age of 4, you told everyone that when you grew up, you were going to be a Paleontologist. You have always loved learning… for the sake of learning! It is so beautiful to bear witness to….

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That’s a Wrap!

August 1, 2013

T H A T ‘ S  A  W R A P !

>>> July, 2013 <<<

 

:: sara ::  

 

:: nicole ::

 

 

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That’s a Wrap!

April 30, 2013

 

T H A T ‘ S  A  W R A P !

>>> April, 2013 <<<

 

We missed our monthly wrap-up for the month of March so we included family photos from the last two months! Also below… some posts & recipes you may have missed in April! Thanks for reading {simply}! We love our readers! 

 

:: sara ::

 

:: nicole ::

 

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Happy Birthday, Miss Blue!

March 8, 2013

 

 Happy 5th Birthday, Miss Blue!

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Before we get started on this trot down memory lane, can I just say that normally my motto is that “simple is best”…. well clearly, I had a really hard time narrowing down my photo choices! Bear with me! Sophia is my only girl… and she turns 5 tomorrow…. 5! I’m still in a state of disbelief that she could really be that old…. I realize it’s all relative, but I honestly still think of her as a baby… my baby girl.

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That’s a Wrap!

February 28, 2013

 

T H A T ‘ S   a   W R A P !

>> February, 2013 <<

 

:: nicole ::

 

 :: sara ::

 

Some February posts you may have missed…

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A Book Review {Guest Post}

Thriving in Motherhood >> Baby/Mommy Classes {Guest Post}

Birchbox Review

Chocolate Chip M&M Cookies Recipe

Current Fashion Trends we LOVE

Homemade Marshmallow Recipe Featured on Mamawolfe Blog

Baked French Toast Recipe {adapted from the Pioneer Woman}

Happy Valentine’s Day Wishes!

Our Very First Magazine Feature!

Favorite Top Ten Baby Essentials

From Bellies to Babies – Maternity Photos

Some Nursery Design Inspiration

Yummy Cheese & Vegetable Quiche Recipe

A Quest for a Simple Life >> Family Plans for the Future

Upcoming events in the Dana Point Harbor!

&

Our favorite picks of the web >> {weekend} lovelies  1,  2,  3  &  4

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“You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep

because reality is finally better than your dreams.”

:: Dr. Seuss ::

 

 

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That’s a Wrap!

January 31, 2013

This month, we decided to start something new

{That’s a Wrap}…

a glance back at the month we are leaving behind…

some photographs, some posts you may have missed,

and a beautiful quote or two! 

{ January, 2013 }

 

:: Sara ::

 

 :: Nicole ::

 

Some posts you may have missed….

 

Happy New Year wishes

A worthy cause — Act Today!

Some mid-century modern design inspiration

Pilates-Infused Fitness workouts

For your sweet tooth — Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

The Olloclip — our favorite iPhone accessory

Finding some much needed Mommy zen

Family Getaway to Mammoth Lakes

5 favorite cleaning products

Goal for better overall health — small changes = big results

Low-Fat Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

5 favorite local walking trails

Healthy & hearty —Homemade Lentil Vegetable Soup

Dare to dream — an inspiring story of one families move to Alaska

Stars & Strikes Event — a night of volunteering

 &

some of our loveliest finds {weeks 1, 2, 3, & 4}

 

“The future belongs

to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” 

:: Eleanor Roosevelt ::

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bioSara and Nicole are sorority sisters that simply “happened” to end up in the same small town. They have many things in common, which have set the tone of their blog. They hope that you will join them in their journey of motherhood, dreams that may be, the daily life, and their passion for cooking, yoga, fashion, and design!

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