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General Conference Svithe

in Life on 10/06/13

God lives. We are His children; He loves us. He speaks to living prophets today, just as He did in Bible times. Because we’ve been taught, “surely the Lord God will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.” And, as He said, “For I am the Lord, I change not.” You can listen to His… View Post

Mila Monday

in Weekly Photos on 09/30/13

Amelia: 122 weeks We bought this old school desk for her at an awesome little store in Tempe called Thriftique. I could spend a lot of money at that place. A lot of money. Doesn’t she look so grown up? It makes my heart all happysad. Margot: 24 weeks I know her face is slightly out of focus in this… View Post

Cake #19: Green Velvet Sheet Cake

in Food, Holidays, Treats on 09/24/13

Before we get down to business…happy birthday to my mom and sister today! They’re my favorite not-twin twins ever! * I had volunteered to bring dessert–yet again–to Sunday dinner with the in-laws. It really is one of the easiest ways to make sure I keep churning out cakes. But. (There’s always a “but,” isn’t there?) On Sunday afternoon I realized… View Post

Mila Monday

in Weekly Photos on 09/23/13

Amelia: 121 weeks Neither girl felt much like having her picture taken this morning. Margot: 23 weeks Or maybe they did, but only on their terms. Stinkers. Both of ’em. You may also enjoy: Mila Monday Mila Monday Mila Monday

Clothes Minded Giveaway Winner!

in Blogging on 09/19/13

And the winner of the Clothes Minded gift card is (drum roll please)…. …comment #9! (And she really did win because of randomness, not because she buttered me up with compliments. I promise. Although flattery never hurt anyone…just sayin’.) Congrats, Anna! I’ll be emailing you soon! You may also enjoy: Blogger Meetup Recap + A Giveaway!