Where so much has been changed this year it felt so nice to go to a constant. This place never changes and it is one of my favorite things about it. This place is my version of heaven. I love everything about it. And spending it with my favorite people made it perfect. Here is …
Yard: Part 2
As my Dad likes to say that we have put a lot of “sweat equity” into our yard this spring and summer! But I have to give most of the credit to Mark. He has put in countless hours working out in the yard and it is amazing to see the progress we have made. …
Backyard Campout
A couple weeks ago, Sarah told me that summer was her least favorite season because we do a lot of work. Oops. This summer has definitely been full of work, especially putting in our yard! So Mark and I thought we would surprise the kiddos with a backyard campout! They were SO excited. We set …
Dinosaur National Monument
“The Green is greatly increased by the Yampa…and the waters waltz their way through the canyon, making their own rippling, rushing, roaring music.” — John Wesley Powell — Last week, we were supposed to be heading north for our Berning Family Reunion but it was cancelled. We were so bummed (but completely understood). Since Mark …
Week at Gramps and Grammy’s
Last week, the kiddos and I visited my parents in Utah. I felt like we came in like a tornado and they were so patient and kind and we loved our time with them. The reason we came was for appointments. I don’t think I have shared much since our initial diagnosis what has been …
Jacob’s Baptism
This was a very special day. I am still pinching myself that I have a child old enough to be baptized. But next to the day Jacob was born, this was probably the happiest day of my life as Jacob’s mom. I didn’t anticipate what an emotional day it would be. My cup was just …
Independence Day
As with most, our Fourth of July looked different this year. We normally go to Idaho where we spend the holiday with extended family watching the parade, barbecuing, and fireworks. With all of these events cancelled, we headed over to Utah instead and spent the weekend with my family. We started the day with a …
Sarah’s Spring Showcase
Sarah started dance this last year and it has been so much fun watching her begin to love a new hobby. She is currently in a jazz, tap, and ballet class {it’s all combined in the same class} and she has really enjoyed it. When COVID hit in March, Sarah’s dance class was put on …
Jacob’s 8th Birthday
Eight years old. I cannot believe it! This boy brings us so much joy and is an incredible blessing to our lives. We love him so much and were so happy to celebrate HIM. Jacob got up and going first thing and instead of doing the breakfast we planned – he said he wanted donuts! …
Father’s Day
“Perhaps the most essential of a father’s work is to turn the hearts of his children to their Heavenly Father. If by his example as well as his words a father can demonstrate what fidelity to God looks like in day-to-day living, that father will have given his children the key to peace in this …