I was scouting for a photography session today and stumbled into the Raptor Center at Lake McBride. I had originally been looking for some tall grassy fields (which there were plenty), but got sidetracked when I discovered butterflies and owls. Who doesn’t? Happy exploring!

The dresses and suits were hanging in the dressing rooms. The bouquets were carefully lined up in vases. Their dog, Kobe, was outside playing fetch with the groomsmen. The breeze whistled through the trees, just gently swaying the leaves. It was glorious. It was perfect. I have a theory that Friday weddings are always a […]

It’s summer in the Midwest. There should be no other explanation needed for why this frozen drink hits the spot. It’s sweet AND sour and perfect for a hot, humid afternoon. This is what you need: 1 6-ounce can frozen lemonade concentrate 1 can water 3 cups frozen strawberries (they must be frozen) 1 lemon […]

After a busy afternoon at Blues & BBQ with my younger brothers, a subsequent trip to Ghurties, and some loud car-singing just to annoy Payton, I took a shower and laid down on the couch. I was getting settled in for a quiet evening by myself (Kevin was working Blues & BBQ all day) when […]

My husband is as predictable as it comes when we got out to eat. If there’s parmesan chicken anywhere on the menu, that’s what he gets. I personally don’t get a big kick out of it, but when I found this easy recipe, I thought I’d give it a try. Turns out, this is better […]

I met sweet little Sydney when she was just brand new. It’s truly amazes me every time I get the chance to see babies grow; their personalities come so quickly and they go from cuddly little infants to giggling, spirited little ones in what seems like the blink of an eye. As before, one of […]