Switzerland, a land of enchanting beauty and awe-inspiring landscapes, has long captured the hearts of travelers seeking an escape into nature’s embrace. Nestled in the heart of Europe, this picturesque country boasts a breathtaking blend of majestic mountains, serene lakes, charming villages, and lush green valleys, making it an idyllic destination for anyone yearning for Read More
Switzerland’s Scenery: A Haven for Nature Lovers
Cloves Syndrome Awareness Day
Today is Cloves Syndrome Awareness Day (as well as my brother’s anniversary and my father-in-law’s birthday….so happy anniversary and birthday to you guys😉)! Tessa thinks this is a pretty great day. But does she always think having Cloves Syndrome is great? No. She’s becoming increasingly aware of the fact that her body doesn’t look like Read More
Scout {Two Weeks Later}
We’ve had Scout for two weeks already, and here’s how it’s going: She loves people and other animals and will befriend all creatures. Our outdoor cats are still undecided if they want to be friends with her though. She loves to play. She doesn’t care what the game is, she’s in. She has had a Read More
Motivational Monday
Hey mamas! I’ve got some random thoughts to share with you today that have been rolling around in my mind for a bit. Along with a couple hundred other things rolling around in there. My mind is a literal bingo ball cage. Anyway, I’m here to tell you that whatever you’re feeling in your motherhood Read More
Friday Favorites
Favorite picture: The sky, the trees, the water, and especially those four smiling faces….I love it all. Favorite kid quote: Grace, in all seriousness as we are watching lightning bugs: “Sometimes I think about how nice it would be to have a glowing butt.” Favorite food: Just over here casually eating this almost every night Read More
What’s Up Wednesday
What we’re eating this week: It’s seriously too hot to grill this week, so the crock pot is tagging in. M- Ground beef and potatoes T- Leftover lasagna W- Chicken pot pie Th- Pulled pork F- Hawaiian chicken S- The grill shall make a comeback with sausages What I’m reminiscing about: OCNJ. What I’m loving: Read More
Garden
We love our garden. We especially love going down there in the evenings, except for the 29 mosquito bites I acquire each time we do that. I’ve been bathing in bug spray and wearing pants the last few evenings, however in an attempt to ward them off. Last year our garden didn’t do well. We Read More
Friday Favorites
Favorite picture: This little lady has settled right into our family this week. Miraculously, potty training was a breeze, she sleeps in her kennel all night, and she loves this little bed. She can play and be crazy but she can also just sit and relax. Favorite kid quote: Tessa, after all the others kids Read More
Meet Scout
Anyone who knows Claire also knows that she has been asking for a dog for many, many, many years. We got her a few outdoor kittens, and took her to horse lessons, and enjoyed other people’s dogs whenever we could. We hoped these things would maybe satisfy her puppy desires. They didn’t. She continued dreaming Read More









