Chastening

Matt’s picture of the rainbow right outside the condo in St. George You know how sometimes you go to church and one of the talks just hits you like a spiritual clothesline in your face? Well, it’s been quite awhile since that happened to me. But judging by what the topic was today, I needed …

All Moved In…Now Where To Put It All?

Less than a week ago, we returned from a week of bliss, relaxation, and no responsibilities…to this: The only saving grace from the massive chaotic disturbance known as our apartment was the fact that Matt’s awesome sisters-in-law had broken in while we were gone and left us lots of surprises–balloons, streamers, rose petals, chocolates, candles…and …

Book #8: The Memory Keeper’s Daughter

Title: The Memory Keeper’s DaughterAuthor: Kim EdwardsNo. of Pages: 401 After taking an uncomfortably long break from reading (due to reasons that should be rather apparent, if not blatantly obvious), I picked up this thrilling bestseller that left me emotionally hooked after about 8 pages. The Memory Keeper’s Daughter tells the story of the young …

30-Minute Chicken & Dumplings

Well, after a too-long pause in blogging, I think I am officially back…but, since I have so much to catch up on blogging-wise, I figured I’d just start in the now and eventually build my way back. Today, after our third consecutive day of unpacking/organizing/tossing/going crazy, I decided it was time to take a break …