One of my favorite holidays is Halloween. I just love all the festivities, fun decorations, pumpkin carving, costumes, and the sweets at parties with friends and family. This year Josh and I are going as Robin Hood and Maid Marian, and having the family over for Halloween fun. And what is Halloween without Halloween-themed treats? After looking around for a fun dessert to...

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A couple weeks ago we took a trip to Colorado to visit some of our favorite people. Between the great company, pumpkin festival and carving, charades, Tommy's football game, and touring the beautiful state, it was the best time.  Just look at all the fun we had!    Thanks Jess and Brian for letting us visit! ...

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I just love Utah in the fall. One of the reasons is because this is the view I get to enjoy on drives home. ...

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Today's post is brought to you by “everyday” and “every day!”  Take a look at this print that some lucky person is currently displaying in his or her home:   Does it make you sad? Even cringe? It should. And here’s why: Everyday is an adjective that means commonplace, ordinary, or normal.  Every day means "each day."  I’m assuming the people hanging this phrase...

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Tons of pictures lately I know, but there are just so many fun things that happen between the months of October-December!  One of the many fun fall things to do in Utah is drive the Alpine Loop. It takes you through beautiful canyons and up into the mountains—perfect setting for when the leaves are turning colors. We took our pups and went for...

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A few nights ago we went and carved some pumpkins with our good friends. Josh and I had never carved pumpkins together before (trust me, we were just as shocked when we realized it too!), so we decided we’re going to make sure it happens a few times this year.  First round of pumpkin carving: a creepy tiki man and a curious owl. ...

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As you can see from my last blog post, it’s beginning to look like fall around here. Utah has a lovely fall—the colors are diverse, burnt and beautiful. The sun is a deep gold, and the air is crisp. Speaking of crisp! I'm about to share with you a wonderful comfort apple crisp...but we'll get to that in a minute.  Josh and I...

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Fall is one of my favorite times of the year. I love the scarves, sweaters, hot chocolate, pumpkins, and just everything! Also, one of my favorite holidays is during this wonderful season. Halloween! Josh and I spent some time this weekend decorating, and I love how things turned out. We even got a giant ghost to spook guests from our front door! Hopefully...

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