Life As We Know It

Costa Rica – Pura Vida

It has taken me awhile to write this post for a few reasons.  First, I was busy returning to work…

8 years ago

Happy Halloween

Halloween was always a big deal when we attended UW-Madison.  The holiday consisted of going out Friday in costume, going…

8 years ago

Harney Peak Hike

*UPDATE - Now known as Black Elk Peak* This summer we didn't hike or camp as much as we usually…

8 years ago

Introducing Mr. & Mrs. DeSmidt!

I want to write down every detail of our amazing wedding weekend so we won’t forget how perfect everything turned…

8 years ago

Bridal Shower & Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties

 (To the tune of "My Favorite Things") Baking utensils and great looking napkins Fluffy white pillows and damask styled aprons…

8 years ago

It’s Here Again!

Oh, Summer how I love you.  I’m just a better person all around during this season. Maybe someday I’ll live…

8 years ago

Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animal

The holiday season for us is usually a whirlwind of family since both Alex and I come from divorced families.…

8 years ago

October Blizzard (yes, that’s right OCTOBER)

This weekend was certainly an interesting one.  All week my students kept saying that we would have a snow day…

8 years ago

Farewell to Summer

This, by far, is my saddest time of year; summer is ending and it’s back to reality. The last couple…

8 years ago

Door County Wedding Planning

We just got back from an amazing Wisconsin vacation. Alex and I are so thankful we got to see a…

8 years ago