a day in the hay…

  If I had to describe Sweden in just one word it would be Natural… The way the Swedes are so in tune with nature is so beautiful. Homes tucked away in forests, on the coast, in little villages, countrysides. Peoples’ homes are even natural… wooden floors, clean light walls, open beams, simple decor all … Read more

relaxing in the garden…

This was a really great day! Thank you Sweden for delivering the bluest sky, the fluffiest clouds, and the warmest sun… with just a little cool breeze to keep us cold if we start to sweat! Our lazy summer days have been amazing! We lounge in the garden… nap under trees… coffee breaks to wake … Read more

sunny girls…

 well you know how I’m a sucker for light… well the other night… I think it was our second night in Sweden, the sun was setting and dancing on the garden… the lavender, the roses… the hum of the bumble bees was gone… and it looked like things were starting to settle… but then the … Read more

arriving in Sweden…

how nice… we made it to Sweden!!! that long flight is always worth it when you arrive to happy smiles, blue skies, and scents of roses every where you turn. It feels good to be back. Feels like it was just when we left last…  ps. the above pic yes, the girls have helmets on… … Read more

end of school year fun…

BABY SHOWER for RYDER!!!!!!!!  end of the year Garden Club 1st grade party!!! we used our harvested kale, potatoes! made such a great lunch for the children! they were so excited to try so many new things! our little Cecilia graduated… to the next year of preschool! she so happy! such a sweet loving school! … Read more

camping in the Spring…

oh my… our family LOVES to camp and gosh, we found the most amazing campground close to our home!  It was so beautiful! full of really nice people! animals! hiking! adventure!  We always tent camp which is our favorite! just us in nature separated by a thin nylon tent! perfect! you can hear the crickets! … Read more

a shower and some cozy days…

April went by fast… really fast! We try when things are crazy to keep calm home days as much as possible… ironing on pretend ironing boards…wine in the backyard… a baby shower! oh it was lovely! My dear friend from high school was in town from Colorado and had the sweetest baby bump I couldn’t … Read more