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Just a sweet, little reminder about my friend Elizabeth and her rad 5K. You can read the full details here. If you want to donate let me know!

Another sweet little lady!

My sweet, old roomie (old as in former, not senior citizen) Emily had her first child just a few weeks ago. Here are a few photos I took when I visited her last week.

This is how Bella's first photo shoot began. She loves me. Really.

Luckily, we were able to get a few sweet smiles out of her.

Probably my favorite. I love how uncomfortable she looks. I think I may try sleeping like that tonight.

Once she fell asleep she was content to sleep anywhere. That includes on a bench. In the park. Where limbs may or may not have fallen from the tree overhead. :)

Daddy wasn't around for the shoot so we only had one ring.

How sweet is this little lady?!

Celebrating National Food Month with the best the city has to offer

April is National Food Month and what better way to celebrate than to discover the best Nashville has to offer on some American favorites? Each day has been dubbed with a different food. Many of these items are available at local establishments. Want to know where to find the best of the best in the city? Click the “subscribe” button above to receive an email when new articles are available. read more...

Read about National Caramel Popcorn Day

Read about National Coffee Cake Day

With an inspired heart...

First, I apologize for going so long without an update on my mom. It's been hard for me to put into words the various emotions I've felt through the past few months and a simple "this is what's going on" type update didn't seem fair. I tend to put up walls and only let a few people in on how my heart is doing and what I'm feeling as a result of all the changes happening. To put it all down on paper (or in a blog) and know that anyone could come across it is not an easy task. My slight perfectionism doesn't help either!

To provide a quick update on her status, mom has had two chemo treatments and is still recovering from her surgery. For the most part, she is back on her feet (when the chemo hasn't knocked her out), but still has a little soreness in her stomach and two chemo ports. She has been very lucky to have minimal side effects from the medicine and even plans to try and work here and there a bit. We have moved past being hopeful that the chemo will treat the remaining cancer to being confident and praying expectantly that her cancer is already gone.

I feel very fortunate to have a mother who is as strong and positive as she is, a father that loves her, his children, and of course, his grandson, and a sister that I can relate to on so many levels (and, I can't forget about my brother-in-law who adds humor whether he's awake or asleep!). Though the past few months have brought challenges and heartache, no day has passed where hope and peace did not dwell. I feel closer to my family than ever before.

That's all for now. My heart has so much more to say, but isn't communicating that to the typing fingers. Thank you for your continued prayers and support.

Ps- stay tuned. Pictures from Easter with the fam are coming soon. Including my precious nephew and my cousin's sweet, little baby!

My new mini-cards from Moo.com!

I ordered some fabulous mini-cards from moo.com! Take a look.

(please ignore the poor quality of this photo)

I'm quite impressed with the quality. On the mini-cards you can choose up to 100 different images! I choose something like 27 of my favorites so I received 3-4 copies of each.

There are tons of things you can do with these little guys aside from ordering business cards. Take a look at this moo.com idea book.

Hillsboro Village offers hip, trendy, and casual dining options

In addition to shopping, banking, and other entertainment, Hillsboro Village along 21st Avenue offers a variety of dining options. This unique collection of neighborhood merchants is hip and trendy while capturing and maintaining historic charm. The historic Belcourt Theatre, opened in 1925, remains a key part of the village’s character.

A handful of unique restaurants fill in the spaces between the fashionable retail selections along 21st Avenue. Each provides its customers with a diverse menu and distinctive atmosphere. Whether you’re seeking an Italian meal, a place to catch a sports game, or a simple soup and sandwich combination Hillsboro Village is sure not to disappoint. read more...