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On Saturdays, it isn’t uncommon for us to work more than fifteen hours. We have nicknamed these days Super Saturdays because that makes them seem more fun. (Yeah. Right.) It isn’t as bad as it sounds. I don’t sit…
About four years ago, we purchased a smoker from a catering company. Along with that catering company, came some of the jobs they had previously serviced. Since they were farmers, it was natural that many of the catering jobs…
With the onset of Pinterest, we have seen our couples increasing their creativity over the last three years. This particular wedding was one of my all time favorites due to the unbelievable amount of time and energy put forth in…
In case you missed it, I’ve been lacking in my regular posting schedule. I hate it because writing about the adventures of Toad Valley ranks right up there as one of my favorite things to do. If I’m not…
A few weeks ago, we ended our month long session with our junior golfers. Having three kids, I fully understand the importance of a trophy. It always seemed like the first trophy my children received was something to treasure.…
When it comes to kids, we know zero bounds in our entertainment factor. One of my golf instructors is also a physics teacher. I decided to ask him a few years ago if he’d be willing to help me…
Except for the weather (today’s an exception – today’s weather is perfect), I like living in Iowa. It’s a good place to raise a family. I don’t feel uncool because I don’t wear name brands. I know most of…
A few weeks ago, we had a big storm hit our neck of the woods. My husband and I woke up in the middle of the night to the sirens going off. We could hear the wind hollering and…
It’s Father’s Day, so it only seems natural that I’d talk a little bit about my dad. Last year, I shared bits and pieces about my mom for Mother’s Day. I didn’t want to get super mushy on my…
