We obviously love the outdoors, and adventuring, or hiking, or walking man-made trails in the area.  Its a good distraction from electronics, gets us out of the house and we usually get to pack the cooler and bring our favorites as a treat. This particular Friday couldnt decide if it was going to rain or be sunny or both or heck, I wouldnt...

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Our summer adventures continued ... ... with a visit to the Adler Planetarium.  Max is so fascinated by the solar system and the planets.  We have painted a solar system and hung in their bedroom from the ceiling.  He now has a poster of the solar system above his bed, where he sleeps facing it.  So a trip the planetarium was definitely in...

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Ive been tagging pictures I've taken on Sundays this summer, Summer Sundays.  Just as a documentation of what we've done this summer.  Here's a look so far.  May 15th. May 22nd. May 29th.  June 5th.  June 12th.  June 19th.  June 26th. July 3rd.  July 10th. July 17th.  July 24th.  ...

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When I was pregnant with Max, and about to find out what I was having - boy or girl - I can honestly say I didnt care either way, because it was my first, and I had waited so long and worked so hard for them.  So when the ultrasound tech said it was a boy, clear as day, I didnt know what...

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always find time for the  things that make you  feel happy to be alive ~unknown Made this little reminder that being outside in nature and being open is what makes me feel alive.  Its not easy by any means, and challenges me in ways I never knew of, but I am thankful I make a conscious effort to grow and learn and evolve....

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Fourth of July weekend, the boys, Grandma and Ginga and I hit the road to Kenosha, Wisconsin.  Why Kenosha?  Why not. It all started with an ad in one of those free parenting magazines at the library and daycares, that promoted the Dinosaur Discovery Museum in Kenosha.  A few google searches later, and the plan was made. Saturday morning we packed it up,...

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I recall when I was a teenager and I was excited about making my clothes and peer pressure made me conform. I look back now and want to tell the 15yo, be yourself. Stay true to your handmade. So now here at middle age, or almost, I am making it a priority again. Thrifted mug, which I love.  I think it was a...

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I have a list of things in my head of what I want to do this summer.  I had hopes of doing it together with someone else and family, but it didnt work out.  We were a little sad, but we didnt let that stop us. One weekend, after Max's tonsillectomy, we headed to explore our own city, Chicago.  It might have been...

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