Heartache: A Mom’s Confessions
Christmas is two weeks away. I love this time of year and usually I’m in the middle of wrapping gifts, making batches of Christmas cookies, and dancing with my kids to favorite holiday tunes. This...
View ArticleA Few Christmas Photos #Family
It’s over two weeks after Christmas and I’ve finally finished sorting and editing my photos. {That’s one of my goals this year – to spend at least a few minutes every day editing pictures. Otherwise it...
View ArticleSpring
I’ve been absent for much of the past couple months. Life has been challenging lately. I have much to share. But not today. Today for the first time in far too long, I pulled out my camera and took...
View ArticleAnswers
It’s been a long few months for the Bragdon household. We’ve been searching for answers for Nathan’s behavioral issues (see my post about ADHD) and on top of that, I’ve been dealing with health issues...
View ArticleSchool is Over Celebration with Balloon Time
We finished our homeschool year this past week. Nathan has completed fifth grade and Emily is done with first grade. Joshua attends our town preschool and he is graduating tomorrow. (It cracks me up...
View ArticleLife is a Whirlwind – Autism, Seizures, and Moving!
A few words to sum up life the past few months? Autism. School changes. Getting our house ready to sell. Finding a new house. Our best friends/sister/brother deciding to buy our house. Us deciding to...
View ArticleWe’ve Moved!
We did it. We sold our old house and bought a new one. We packed up our family of six plus a dog, cat, and two bunnies. We moved. It’s been a ridiculously crazy summer – in fact, it hardly feels like...
View ArticleWelcome to My Home: A Tour
I’m so happy to be back with blogging and having life settle into a new normal! I consider many of you to be friends, and for those of you I don’t know, I’d love to get to know you better. What...
View ArticleIt’s Not Pinterest Perfect
I’m a recovering perfectionist and I’m very afraid of failing. I’m ashamed to say that I’ve missed out on many things because I’ve been too afraid to simply try. Or because I may not do it perfectly...
View ArticleWhy I Quit Homeschooling
I quit homeschooling our kids a little over a year ago and I’m so glad I did! Before I say anything else, I need to tell you that I think homeschooling is wonderful. I know some amazing people who...
View ArticleWhen You Feel Like a Failure…
In this age of communication where we’re overly connected, it’s not hard to feel like you’re a failure. Scroll through your Facebook feed and you’ll see someone bragging about how their kids are always...
View Article12 Awesome Things About Santa’s Village in Jefferson, NH
Have you heard about Santa’s Village yet? It’s a charming family theme park set in the beautiful mountains of Jefferson, New Hampshire. And you guessed it – Santa’s Village is all about Christmas!...
View ArticleLoon Mountain in Lincoln NH: a Family Adventure to Remember
If you want a fantastic family day to remember for years to come, you need to visit Loon Mountain, in Lincoln, New Hampshire. It’s far more than a beautiful mountain set in the scenic White Mountains;...
View Article10 Reasons Attitash Mountain Resort is a Must-Visit Family Adventure
Attitash Mountain Resort in Bartlett, New Hampshire is one of those amazing places where you will come home with unforgettable family memories. From the Alpine Slide to the zipline tour, the Buddy Bear...
View ArticleCanobie Lake Park: Ultimate Fun for the Entire Family
If you’re looking for a full day of fun, bring your family to Canobie Lake Park in Salem, New Hampshire. The entire family will love this amusement park! Canobie Lake Park is a fantastic place for...
View Article13 Reasons Clark’s Trading Post is an Unforgettable Family Experience
Once in a while, you stumble upon a place that’s so fantastic, you realize you’ve found a real gem. Clark’s Trading Post in Lincoln, New Hampshire, is one of those unforgettable experiences. With a...
View ArticleWhen Life Hands You…a Skunk
Five nights ago, I was running as fast as I could from my kitchen. I think I may have been screaming. No, I wasn’t angry or running from something gross my boys did. I was running from an animal. A...
View ArticleOur Autism Story
My son, Nathan, has high functioning autism, otherwise known as Asperger’s syndrome. Today, I want to share our autism story with you; from the signs leading up to his diagnosis to where we are today....
View ArticleIt’s Not Pinterest Perfect
I’m a recovering perfectionist and I’m very afraid of failing. I’m ashamed to say that I’ve missed out on many things because I’ve been too afraid to simply try. Or because I may not do it perfectly...
View ArticleWhy I Quit Homeschooling
I quit homeschooling our kids a little over a year ago and I’m so glad I did! Before I say anything else, I need to tell you that I think homeschooling is wonderful. I know some amazing people who...
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