To celebrate the end of summer, we decided to spend Monday at one of Avery’s favorite places: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. We visit the museum a lot, but she still loves going and seeing every exhibit. At the Health House,
The last hurrah



To celebrate the end of summer, we decided to spend Monday at one of Avery’s favorite places: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. We visit the museum a lot, but she still loves going and seeing every exhibit. At the Health House,

Grandpa and Grandma Hromada Tucson, Ariz. March 1995

Like us, you might find this hard to believe: today was Avery’s first day of preschool. One of my friends is the director of a local preschool. After we visited the school last spring, we knew it was the right place

Even though Avery has memorized this book and isn’t actually reading it, this is just one step of the process. I’m sure she’ll be reading for real in no time!

Teresa and Jon 1980

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

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

Avery and Daddy July 2011

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