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Author: Heather L

I'm proudly married to my best friend, an active duty US Marine. I'm happily taking care of our homestead and our ever growing entourage of animals. I enjoy writing, reading, cooking, crafting, diy projects, and various outdoor activities. It's all about enjoying the journey of life with my family.

June 7, 2011
Heather L
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A New Family Member

Posted in Family, and Photography

Project 365 – #157 Munchkin has really been missing her guinea pigs.  One passed away while D was deployed last time, and a few months later we needed to give up the other one for adoption due to our cross country move.  Since that time, she’s been wanting guinea pigs.  D and I held off for quite some time as I didn’t want the responsibility of taking care of another pet. Earlier this year, D told Munchkin that if she could show that she would be completely responsible for a pet, we would consider it.  She had to write up…

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June 5, 2011
Heather L
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Gluten Free Stuffed French Toast

Posted in Gluten Free, Homemaking, and Photography

Project 365 – #155 Today, I decided to make something a little different for brunch.  I had some fresh fruit from the Bountiful Baskets that I had just picked up, so I decided to incorporate some of those items into the meal.  I had some Udi’s multi-grain bread that had been left out a little too long (oops!) which meant that I needed to use that up.  I thought it would be fun to make some french toast as I haven’t made that for some time.  I wanted to make it a little special, so I went for a stuffed…

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June 4, 2011
Heather L
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Zumba

Posted in Fitness, and Photography

Project 365 – #154 Well, I’ve officially jumped on the Zumba bandwagon.  I’m not going to classes, but I’m doing Zumba at home.  I’m only on the beginner stuff, and I’m already getting quite the workout.  It’s something completely different for me, and I’m having lots of fun.  (I’m using the Zumba Fitness Exhilarate: The Ultimate Experience DVD Set.) It’s definitely not for everyone, and if you have boys in the house, you may decide not to have them around due to the attire and moves.  I’m on my own while doing it which works for me. I have a…

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