This is Part 2 – read Part 1 – All I Can Do. Some of you may wonder why we went so far to save this totaled 1994 Ford Bronco. The answer is plain and simple – we went just as far to save it’s life as it did to save my life. At first glance, […]
Crochet Aviator Hat Pattern
Last year, Merci discovered the art of crochet. She has especially taken to it! She has been creating all kinds of things from hats to cardigans and everything in between. It’s exciting and incredible to watch her create beautiful things from a ball of yarn. This Crochet Aviator Hat Pattern from Repeat Crafter Me was one of […]
All I Can Do
Five years ago on 1/11/11, I came close to leaving this Earth. I was at a really good place in life. Here’s a few pictures of the week leading up to the 11th. My girls and I went on a field trip to Colorado Public Radio on January 4th. We learned a lot about music and how […]
Our Fourth Toddler
Happy Birthday, Sweet Nehemiah! My baby boy is 2 and my fourth toddler! Time goes by faster with each child we add to our family. I remember the day Nehemiah was born like it was yesterday because 2 years definitely feels like yesterday for this mama. He’s my longest pregnancy (so far), he’s my rainbow baby, and he’s been […]
Happy New Year 2016
Happy New Year from The Olsen Family! 🎉 Wishing you another year full of amazing adventures, blue skies, dreams come true, happiness, laughter, joy, and most of all love. 💝 In 2016 Surround yourself with the dreamers and the doers, the believers and thinkers, but most of all, surround yourself with those who see greatness within you, even when you don’t […]
My Second Teenager
Happy Birthday, Sweet Grace! I can’t believe my girl is 13!!! Where has time gone? I remember the day she was born like it was yesterday. She was my easiest pregnancy (so far), so I should have known that her labor would be memorable, too. Thirteen years ago today, my husband and I headed to the hospital […]
Our Peaceful Comforter
I love my son! He is so many answered prayers from God! Can’t believe my sweet little boy is turning 4 today! You’ve lived twice as long as mama prayed for you. You’re an answered prayer not just for me, but for your daddy, too. Your daddy’s buddy now, just like Grandpa Olsen wanted you to be. You’ve lived […]
My Best Friend
I love you so much, Baby! 💞 Happy Birthday to you, my husband, my best friend, my soulmate, my lover, my hero, my everything!! 🎉 May this be your best year EVER!! 👊🏻 You are AMAZING! 💗Always remember that! 😉 Thanks for picking me as your wife! 💍 I love you always! 😍 ❤️ Heidi
Our Family Expedition
I’ve kept the same car for 3 years today. Wow! This is definitely worth celebrating because being married to a mechanic, I’ve been lucky to test drive and own all kinds of cars. I’ve driven sedans, sports cars, SUVs, trucks, vans, and luxury cars, too. It took me a long time find the right car to stick […]
Hello October
Happy October All! 🍂 October is one of my favorite months! I love fall so much! October is near and dear to my heart for so many reasons. It’s the start of birthday season in our home, the beginning of fall, harvest time, pumpkin patches in the backyard, cool air, and cuddle weather. We celebrate two of my favorite […]









