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What is a haboob and why is it chasing us?

Monsoon season is usually one of my favorite times of the year.  Sure it’s hot, but every afternoon the clouds build up over the mountains and bring a refreshing thunderstorm to the parched desert.  That was our experience while living in Vail (Southeast Tucson).    Living in Phoenix is proving to be a little different when it comes to monsoons.  Yes the storms blow in, but we get mostly dust and…

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I finally got it!

Guess what?!  I finally got a DSLR camera!  I have been wanting one for a long time, but you know, they are kind of expensive.  Turns out, my brother-in-law Jesse recently upgraded his camera and was looking to pass on his older Canon Rebel.  He and Jeff arranged for me to get the camera for my birthday last weekend.  As Jesse apologized for not sending it with the original lens,…

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Summer means…

Summertime, and the living is easy hot. We hover around 110 degrees or higher on a daily basis here in Phoenix in the summer.  What can you do in heat like that?  Cool off in the pool or stay inside until evening.  Even at midnight though it’s easily 100 degrees and any breeze feels like a blast in the face from a hairdryer.  We are finding ways to have fun though,…

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Under the Lights

Spring training, extended spring training, mini-camp…the long-awaited regular season is finally here!  The first two games under the lights have been a blast for the kids.  Running around, staying up late, playing with friends, cheering for Daddy’s team.  Last night was game #2 and win #1 for the AZL Diamondbacks (and the first professional win as a coach for Daddy!).   The AZL Rookie League games are free to attend,…

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This Week In Photos

Ok, it’s official.  I am saving up for a SLR camera.  Yes, a real camera.  I have absolutely no idea which one to buy though.  Canon or Nikon?  Does anyone want to chime in and tell me their opinion?  I would be so grateful for any insight you might have. In the meantime, I am really enjoying taking Instagram photos.  Here are my favorites from this week. Backyard Angel Play…

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