tales from a far-land

Today marks a milestone that fills my heart with gratitude and joy. Fifteen years ago, I said "I do" to the most remarkable man, and every day since then has been a journey of love, growth, and endless adventures. To my incredible husband, Joshua, on our 15th wedding anniversary: thank you for being my rock, my partner, and my best friend. Together, we've built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and countless memories that I hold dear to my heart. From the moment we met through Leadership West back in 2007, I knew there was something special about us. Our shared passion for making a difference in the world brought us together, and since then, we've been unstoppable. We've been blessed with two amazing children, Aiden and Madilyn, who fill our home with laughter, excitement, challenges, a hectic schedule, and love every single day. Watching them grow into incredible individuals has been one of the greatest joys of our lives. Our home has become our sanctu...

April was a month of milestones, celebrations, and new chapters for our family. After nearly a year of living with Grandma and Papa, we finally moved back into our newly renovated home. Here’s how we celebrated this momentous month: House Renovation Milestones The finishing touches on the Aster House came together beautifully this month. Closets were installed, providing plenty of organized storage, and the quartzite countertops along with sink fixtures were added to the kitchen and bathrooms. The sleek and modern design made all the effort worthwhile. On April 8th, Josh and I took a moment to enjoy a beer on our patio. It was a small but significant celebration of how far we had come in transforming our home. The next big milestone came on Friday, April 12th, when we officially moved furniture and boxes back into the house. After almost a year away, it felt incredible to call the Aster House our home again. A Busy Weekend for Everyone While we were busy moving back into the house, Mad...