Category Archives: Holidays

Fa la la la la

Most people might find this crazy and that’s fine, but I tend to start listening to holiday tunes way earlier than most. Like October early. Okay, sometimes September. Not only do I love it, but more importantly the mood it … Continue reading

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Saying thanks

I wanted to pop in really quick in between mowing down some turkey and long-line shopping to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving. Here are a few classic photos from the annual Turkey Pardoning that happened earlier this week. You’ll be … Continue reading

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25 day countdown

I’m a sucker for Advent calendars. I’ve dabbled in them, picking up the random Trader Joe’s chocolate version as I checked out in years past. But this year is different. Everett is finally old enough to (maybe?) understand the concept, so … Continue reading

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Snowy morning snuggles

After the Halloween jammie round up, you had to know this was coming right? My fondness for holiday themed pajamas reaches ultimate heights during Christmastime. So without further adieu: 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // … Continue reading

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Holidays at the log home

There is nothing I love more than decorating my home for the holidays. Turning on the Christmas tree lights for the first time of the season is pure bliss. And this year, I’m even more excited as it will be … Continue reading

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Home Alone, 25 years later

I remember the first time I watched this movie. We were back in my parents’ hometown of Hays, Kansas and they had decided to take all of the cousins to a movie at The Fox Pavilion. The kids chose Home Alone. I … Continue reading

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Halloween fun

After coming back from France we hit the ground running (albeit slow) towards all things Halloween. Here is what we kept busy with: [annual Branstad fam pumpkin patch outing at The Pumpkin Ranch] [cool cat costume at Scare Us Hill: … Continue reading

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Download: Fourth of July 2015

I must be getting old because it takes me at least until Wednesday to recover from a long holiday weekend. We had a blast at the lake and spent most of our time decked out in patriotic outfits, spending time … Continue reading

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Red, white and cute

Like most holidays, my child will be the one decked out in appropriately themed gear for the week leading up to Fourth of July. Do you do that, or am I just that crazy mom? I thought I would round up some all American kid style … Continue reading

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Long weekend faves

After a weekend away being a “lake girl”, I’m looking ahead to a short work week, an anniversary and a family trip to Denver. Here are a few of my favorite snaps from Memorial Day weekend: [celebrating some good news … Continue reading

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