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Pulling a Jonah
When we were out doing a little visiting on the east coast, Derek and I popped in to visit with his uncle and aunt in Lancaster, PA. I could write a whole post on how amazing the Damon family is...but that would really get us off topic. So I'll just dive in. The...
Burlap Pumpkin Tutorial
A while back {see the cabinets are still brown??} I did a little fall DIY crafting. I got together with a girlfriend and we made these super cute burlap pumpkins. Her neighbor had one. They are all over the Internets. {Yes, sometimes I call it the Internets....
In a new light
Hi all. I hope this weekend finds you well. Derek and I have been super productive around the house....which is always a good thing. Unfortunately, that means I haven't been so productive in the kitchen and we will be ordering a pizza to eat while we watch our...
12 Unique DIY Costumes for Grown Ups
Unique DIY costumes for adults and couples
Okay…I’ll Jump On Three {The Power of the Slow Clap}
Well, now I had done it. If I'd just manned up this I wouldn't have made such a scene. Great, now the slow clap is starting. My knees are shaking...but you can't just deny a slow clap. We were at Hippie Hole in Rapid City, SD. This was last month and I still can't...
Just Two Bros…
Aren't boys ridiculous? For pretty much as long as I can remember, I've loved boys. Not in a boy crazy love sick kind of way... but in a they-are-super-fun-and-entertaining kind of way. Over the past few years I've become very entertained by bromances. I love...
Falling Leaves: The Pride Family
I had an absolute blast shooting these fall family photos in Oak Park a few weeks ago. Besides the fact that the Pride family are near, dear friends...they are always a hoot to work with. During this session we played a game called: How many adults does it take to...
A Fitness Friday Fairy Tale {and circuit training}
Let's start Fitness Friday with a quick fairy tale. Once upon a time there was a princess. The princess lived in a castle in a kingdom called Practically Canada. She and her prince went on a long journey to a far away place called Dover. While they were there they...
3 {cheap} Ways to save time on your next paint project
You all saw the B&A of my dining room/living room project, right? Well, that took several good days of painting. Over the years, I've become pretty savvy with a brush and roller. Here are a couple tricks I use every time...and a big awesome tip I just learned....
Fall Festivities {at Fifer’s Orchard}
Lots of fun had this weekend during a trip to Fifer's Orchard near Dover, DE. Lucky us for showing up during a Fall Festival weekend! Even though there were lots of activities geared toward little ones, we were still entertained for hours. Fifer's offers loads of...
5 Portrait Tips {and October Mini Sessions}
Hey all! Amy Allender Productions is thrilled to have the opportunity to offer mini sessions at Angelic Gardens in Minot, ND. I'll be on hand during their Halloween at the Gardens celebration. It's going to be so much fun! In addition to being a great outing for...
Getting More From Your Daily Word: 5 Tips
I'm a fan of daily Bible study. Now...before you go judging me for being some kind of prude, let me assure you that I'm not perfect by any means. Just because I ready the Word daily, doesn't mean I know it by heart or that my Walk is without struggles. I've talked...
Dining Room/Living Room Reveal
I'm thrilled to show off the {somewhat} finished product of our dining room/living room makeover. I love the way it turned out. Last night while Derek watched the Bears-Cowboys game I even got out the Halloween decor. That always makes me happy. We used Dutch Boy...
Toppling Cranky
I've been cranky lately. Full disclosure. I never feel like I need to hide from you. And maybe that's a bit awkward...I really do keep my dirtiest laundry to myself. But I'm all about being open and honest, because I fully believe that we can learn from each...
Sheridan Hope {A Sneak Peek}
It's nearly midnight here in good old Practically Canada. Derek and I are watching "We Were Soldiers." Wait. Let me rephrase...Derek is watching. I'm zoning in and out, making a comment every so often to show that I'm still paying attention. I was under the...
