Carefree Clarks

Throwback Thursday: The great outdoors

Karen, Aunt Ann and Teresa Trinity Lakes near Boise, Idaho 2002

Several weeks ago, Chris decided it was time for Avery’s first ride on the lawn mower. He planned to have her help with the front yard only, but she loved it so much that she did the backyard, too! Don’t

PW’s Garlic Cheese Bread

We almost always have bread as a “side dish” at our meals. But we seem to have the same thing over and over again. So I was excited to try this bread recipe from The Pioneer Woman. To save time

Throwback Thursday: Shin-ya’s song

Avery and Daddy July 2011

Throwback Thursday: Birthday party at the Hoosier Gym

Best surprise birthday party ever. And not just because I planned it! Teresa and Chris at the Hoosier Gym May 2007

A fairly good time

It’s the middle of July, so that means it’s time for the Johnson County Fair. We try to go every year (see some of our past experiences here and here), but we didn’t go last year because of the oppressive

A bookworm in the making

This is how I caught Avery earlier today. She had “read” almost every book on her bookshelves and then piled them around her on the bed. I’m so glad that she loves books and reading!

Throwback Thursday: Girls’ night out

I was so blessed to have such great young female mentors at my first job out of college. Not only did we enjoy working together, we also had fun outside the office. I have so many fun memories with these

Throwback Thursday: Best buds

Avery and Joel October 2010