“Anyone can do it when all the pieces fall into place”.  This, I believe, is one of the most often heard “dadisms” that slip from my Dad’s mouth.  In case you are unsure, a dadism is a “little nugget of wisdom with a tiny hint of lecture balled up into one little phrase“.  If you’ve […]

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  • Joyce Stewart - January 29, 2013 - 5:42 pm

    Your pictures bring so much emotion. They are so precious! I love the ones with your dad and his granddaughters. I did not have that in a father or grandfather. It brings joy to my heart to see life the way it was meant to be:) Family is the best! ReplyCancel

  • Anonymous - January 29, 2013 - 9:03 pm

    I'm not sure I'm supposed to offer my sympathies or burst into laughter! 😉 you two ladies ROCK! Your DAD is one lucky (and patient) man. 🙂 🙂

    JoEllen
    P.s. I would so do this!!! 😉ReplyCancel

You know the one?  I completed it last October and immediately decided to continue the project for another year.  I haven’t really mentioned it in the blog, have I?  Well, if you’ve been around this space for awhile you might remember that my first year of this project was an epic failure.  Pregnancy, morning, noon […]

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  • Katie - January 25, 2013 - 10:04 pm

    I would love to do this type of photography, but sadly I have no more little ones around the house. Does our dog count?

    I began a 365 in 2011 and kinda forgot to end it Jan. 1, 2012, so I just kept right on going. I actually really like doing it, it's a GREAT challenge and a lot of fun. I don't have it on my WordPress blog, it's over here on Blogger–I like the lay out of it better here—and it's relaxing to post the day's result in the evening and add a few words about the day. That's something you could think about doing for next year, if you want to do it again. Photos are a great reminder, but it's hard to take photos of funny sayings or words coming out of mouths. ; )

    Wonderful photos, as always, and thank you for sharing your family with all of us. Hope you have a happy weekend, Summer!ReplyCancel

He lives a quiet life.  He fades into the background.  The shadows are his preference. He epitomizes class and he has the quickest wit of anyone I know.  You won’t hear about him on the news or read about him in the paper. (Though I think you should).  He has no need for recognition and, […]

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  • Jen Wiles - January 24, 2013 - 1:23 pm

    Beautiful! I'm crying :') you have an awesome family, keep up the great work! ReplyCancel

  • Jen Wiles - January 24, 2013 - 1:24 pm

    Beautiful! I'm crying :') you have an awesome family, keep up the great work! ReplyCancel

  • Jen Wiles - January 24, 2013 - 1:24 pm

    Beautiful! I'm crying :') you have an awesome family, keep up the great work! ReplyCancel

  • Lisa@Pocketfuls - January 24, 2013 - 1:53 pm

    What a beautiful and touching birthday post for your dad! He sounds like such a wonderful man, and it's clear that you really appreciate all of the many ways he has been there for you over the years. I hope he has a very happy day! ReplyCancel

  • Iris Took - January 24, 2013 - 4:36 pm

    Oh wow – how amazing. This is incredible, Summer. Dad's are special, right?ReplyCancel

  • Ky • twopretzels.com - January 24, 2013 - 9:11 pm

    Summer, you had me crying almost immediately. (As you are prone to doing. Ugh.)

    Dear Summer's Dad:

    Thank you for Summer. Thank you for the joy and inspiration she is to us. Thank you for creating this being who is sp AWESOME and sweet and kind and so authentically her.

    Seriously, thank you.

    Happy Birthday,

    One of your daughter's cheerleaders.ReplyCancel

    • Summer - January 25, 2013 - 1:41 am

      Oh Ky.

      Thank you for this. You made me cry this time.

      Thank you for being one of my biggest cheerleaders. . . ReplyCancel

  • brenda1 - January 25, 2013 - 12:03 pm

    Summer, I've never met your father, but I feel like I know the man. Your words inspire me to let my father know what a gift he has been to me. Thanks for sharing your heart and inspiring others to do likewise. ReplyCancel

    • Summer - January 25, 2013 - 1:53 pm

      Thank you for sharing this, Brenda. I hope you will like your Dad know. . . life is too short not to, isn't it?

      🙂 ReplyCancel

  • Diana - January 28, 2013 - 10:37 pm

    Adore your blog. Met at Art of Composition.ReplyCancel

  • Diana - January 28, 2013 - 10:39 pm

    Adore your blog. Met at Art of Composition.ReplyCancel

“Don’t you hear it? She asked & I shook my head no & then she started to dance & suddenly there was music everywhere & it went on for a very long time & when I finally found words all I could say was thank you. ” -Brian Andreas, Story People May you hear the […]

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I’m an idealist by nature.  I expect plans to go perfectly.  I build things up in my mind with the expectation that I will be met with calm waters and smooth sailing from start to finish.  Recipe for disaster, I know, but I just can’t help myself.  Fairy tales were made for people like me.  […]

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  • Sassytimes - January 22, 2013 - 1:41 pm

    This is so true! How funny that we both chose the same weekend to get out of town for a bit. 😉

    We had our moments too, but honestly, outside of V standing in his pack n play screaming "Eh" for Evelyn (who was sleeping next to him) to wake up over and over, I can't remember the rest of our 'troubles'. When we settled in at home Sunday night, Steve said, "You know, that was the first vacation where it felt like more fun, than work." I couldn't agree more. All we remember are the smiles, the laughs, the sheer joy and FUN we all had. In the end, that's all that matters. 😉

    Glad you had a fantastic family weekend!

    Oh and I'm not ignoring you regarding our next lunch…busy, busy…and well, I'm sick again! THAT was the other 'trouble' on vacation. Mama got the germs…again. Oy. I'll contact you soon!ReplyCancel

  • Wrestling Kitties - January 23, 2013 - 6:18 pm

    That looks like SO much fun!!! Some times you just need this, to get away.

    Look at your little fishes, I can't wait to take Henry to a big pool this summer during our FIRST family vacation!

    Such great memories 🙂

    And I totally agree about the fairy tale mentality. If Henry has taught me anything….and he teaches me EVERY day, it is that even the things that may not go as planned and are not perfect, can turn into some of the best memories!
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