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"a portrait of my daughter, once a week, every week, in 2013."

Everdeen Kate: You're standing! The couch is the perfect height for you to view the world from a new perspective. 

 Linking up with Jodi :) 

To Be Near You

The sun is already melting the snow we got yesterday and all afternoon I've been listening to the pitter patter of melting snow dripping.  Everdeen and I had to escape our apartment today so I wouldn't go crazy hearing my upstairs neighbors dropping bowling balls above us...or playing fetch with their miniature elephant, both of which are extremely loud and inconsiderate if you ask me. 

We decided to visit Martin at work this afternoon and we took a brisk walk around filling our lungs with fresh air and trying out my new sling! Everdeen and I have used a wrap since she was a few weeks old, but I was ready for something a little more simple.  I love baby wearing...having my sweet baby so close to me.  It makes it especially easy to give her lots of cuddles and kisses and take in her new surroundings with her.

 

 

A March Snow

We are under another blanket of heavy snow. I always forget that March can be one of our snowiest months...just when spring is starting to make her warm appearance we are reminded that it is still very much winter. At least for another twelve days. 

I'm so ready for spring...for summer.  This has been another challenging school year.  Yelling parents, five year olds who are going on twenty-one. It just doesn't seem right. I close my eyes and try to dream it all away.  Today, as I watch the quiet snow fall, I'm working on a few projects that will hopefully bring new bright changes for our family.  I am hopeful that as new life starts to bloom around us in the coming months we can also begin a new season as a family. 

 But until then, we are wrapped in winter snuggled together. And being together is really all that matters, even as we are waiting for life to change and move forward.

Italian Sausage and Kale {A Paleo Recipe}

I thought I would start sharing some of the Paleo recipes my chef husband creates for us :) This is one of my favorites! Plus, it's simple and fast- perfect for the work week. 

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"a portrait of my daughter, once a week, every week, in 2013."

Everdeen Kate: Every time I try to take your picture you come scooting towards the camera quickly! I tried to get a picture of you crying the other day, but the moment I got my camera out you started to smile :)  I think you like having your picture taken, which is good because I'm pretty sure I take a thousand pictures of you daily. 

 Linking up with Jodi :)