While we had a few special outings, most of the time we spent with the Japan Clarks was informal, relaxed and filled with food, hugs and laughs. So here’s a collection of random photos taken throughout the three weeks. The first
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While we had a few special outings, most of the time we spent with the Japan Clarks was informal, relaxed and filled with food, hugs and laughs. So here’s a collection of random photos taken throughout the three weeks. The first

Although Elvie and Shin-ya have been a part of our family for a few years, we hadn’t yet had the chance to meet them face-to-face and spend quality time together. But that all changed when Elvie and Shin-ya spent a

Although Elvie and Shin-ya have been a part of our family for a few years, we hadn’t yet had the chance to meet them face-to-face and spend quality time together. But that all changed when Elvie and Shin-ya spent a

Before I post (several) recaps of the Japan Clarks’ visit, I have to share these pictures from Avery’s final birthday celebration in March. It was a combination birthday for Avery, my mom and my sister. Her final big gift from

Before I post (several) recaps of the Japan Clarks’ visit, I have to share these pictures from Avery’s final birthday celebration in March. It was a combination birthday for Avery, my mom and my sister. Her final big gift from

As promised, here are some court-side videos from the Pacers’ game. Listen closely and you can hear some commentary on the game action from yours truly! Can’t beat dogs chasing Frisbees as halftime entertainment. Earl Boykins shows off his blazing

As promised, here are some court-side videos from the Pacers’ game. Listen closely and you can hear some commentary on the game action from yours truly! Can’t beat dogs chasing Frisbees as halftime entertainment. Earl Boykins shows off his blazing

Since finding out Elvie and Shin-ya would be visiting, I have been trying to figure out how to introduce Casey’s family to the game we all love in the Hoosier Heartland. Shin-ya and Elvie got to enjoy (OK, get freaked

Since finding out Elvie and Shin-ya would be visiting, I have been trying to figure out how to introduce Casey’s family to the game we all love in the Hoosier Heartland. Shin-ya and Elvie got to enjoy (OK, get freaked

I have to admit that I was a little nervous the first time I made my mom’s lasagna several years ago. While making it can be a little time consuming and creates plenty of dirty pots and pans, it’s really not