Michigan Tag

A couple weekends ago, Ben graduated from high school. Ben, whose diapers I changed. Ben, who made us late to school more times than books I've read. Ben, who was bounced on in utero and hasn't stopped bouncing since. The family keeps getting bigger and bigger. Ready for the list?...

01 July, 2013 /

I grew up between country air and towering trees Vibrant flowers and rolling landscapes But observing beauty in nature is not something teens do well And so going back as an adult slams my senses. Here's a little vision feast of a slice of my folks' property. ...

13 May, 2013 /

We visited the Michigan family this weekend (thanks, Dad, for doing our taxes!) and decided to celebrate Matt's bday a little late and James' bday a little early. James has always had a bunny cake, but this year, my mom put a little twist on...

21 March, 2011 /

What a wonderful time we had celebrating Christmas with the Hutchens in Michigan. Here are some memories of the weekend. [caption id="attachment_570" align="aligncenter" width="199" caption="Great-Grandma LaRoy"][/caption] [caption id="attachment_571" align="aligncenter" width="199" caption="Great-Grandma Hutchens"][/caption] [caption id="attachment_556" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="the overflowing tree"][/caption] [caption id="attachment_557" align="aligncenter" width="199" caption="Corban with Uncle Tim & Aunt...

27 December, 2010 /

I will admit that growing up in Wisconsin has given me the privilege of driving in some very hazardous winter conditions. The abilities I have gained through those experiences have been put to the test this weekend. Sarah and I drove up to Michigan to...

07 December, 2008 /