tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-49954780278658467122024-02-19T06:29:12.177-06:00Remembered RamblingsSharing thoughts and memories of this life as an Army Wife.Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.comBlogger72125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-30262290646657039642012-10-31T15:13:00.000-05:002012-10-31T15:13:36.584-05:00Hook the deer<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-63410481534347496672012-10-28T23:34:00.002-05:002012-10-28T23:34:43.974-05:00Trunk or Treat<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I was a bouquet of flowers! The soldier checking IDs to get on post totally laughed at me. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Nurse, flowers, witch, Frankenstein, and nerd. We're a diverse bunch.</td></tr>
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<br />Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-55133267466245844652012-10-23T16:28:00.001-05:002012-10-23T16:28:29.656-05:00Pink NoseDid you know that in the winter some dogs lose pigmentation in their nose, and they get "snow nose?" I had never heard about this so it made me nervous when Eda's nose started changing color. It really is no problem though, I just have to be sure to put sunscreen on it so the pink skin doesn't get burned. Silly, huh?<br />
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<br />Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-29630765990726493362012-10-22T21:56:00.000-05:002012-10-22T21:56:45.039-05:00Halloween Crafting<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-27732451339597805372012-10-21T21:38:00.001-05:002012-10-21T21:38:30.397-05:00Clowning around<div style="text-align: center;">
My dear friend and fellow blogger over at Good Old Days, created <a href="http://edenmarie44.blogspot.com/2012/10/only-idiot-would-show-you-these.html" target="_blank">this</a> awesome post with pictures of her past creative (and hilarious) Halloween costumes. </div>
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Are homemade costumes not the greatest? Thanks ma. </div>
Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-39618304908387688752012-10-21T10:30:00.000-05:002012-10-21T11:28:07.997-05:00Grandma and Grandpa Howell Visit Colorado Springs (Part Two)On the second day Grandma and Grandpa were here, we went exploring Helen Hunt falls and the trails around it. Here are a few pictures from our lovely day together.<br />
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Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-20236258700000157372012-10-19T11:22:00.000-05:002012-10-19T11:22:54.431-05:00Grandma and Grandpa Howell Visit Colorado Springs (Part One)Grandma and Grandpa Howell were so kind to go out of the their way to come stay with us for a couple days as they made their way from MN to CA for the winter. They arrived at night, and the next day we drove up Pike's Peak. It provided us with wonderful views, but boy was it chilly! On the way down we found a sunny spot guarded from the wind, and had a little picnic.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I discovered yet another similarity between Jake and his Grandpa on this visit. They are both explorers.</td></tr>
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Eda needs to relearn who is boss.</div>
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The Broadmoor is a beautiful hotel located near the base of Cheyenne Mountain in a wonderfully unique and luxurious community. </div>
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Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-7847468923912567652012-10-15T14:05:00.001-05:002012-10-15T14:05:56.110-05:00I Love Fall<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I found this pattern on the awesome blog <a href="http://onesheepishgirl.blogspot.com/2012/09/i-love-fall-crochet-sign.html" target="_blank">'one sheepish girl'</a> and tailored a few things down to my crochet skill level. :) I'm learning.</td></tr>
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<br />Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-40383925038818753162012-10-14T13:27:00.000-05:002012-10-14T13:27:12.362-05:00My Big Fat Greek Restaurant<div style="text-align: center;">
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If you ever get the chance to go, get LOTS of pita bread... and <span class="st">Saganaki</span> (flaming cheese). The presentation is almost as amazing as it tastes. <br />
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Here she is with her buddy Landon. He stopped by last night after he made a trip to the PetSmart by my house. (One of his fish ate the other one. A sad story, but quite hilarious when he tells it).<br />
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Today Eda got really spoiled with a puppy play date. Meet Bristol (the shepherd) and Barney (the husky in the middle). <br />
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<br />Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-28620962280820451342012-09-12T13:39:00.001-05:002012-09-12T13:39:15.145-05:00We're a little corny...<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My parents with my nephews, Dexter and Dashiell. It was sure windy in South Dakota this weekend!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sista, sista</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Coming soon to a theater near you: "Mother of the Corn!"</td></tr>
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<br />Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-62915913339182775682012-09-10T21:31:00.000-05:002012-09-10T21:31:07.746-05:00Laura's WeddingThis weekend I made a quick a trip to South Dakota for my cousin's country wedding. She was stunning, the ceremony was beautiful, the reception was full of adorable details and fun. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the bride</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the chapel</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the altar</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">my grandparents (such a great example of a strong, loving marriage)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">my parents (another great married duo)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the wedding party getaway</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the details</td></tr>
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What an amazing day, celebrating the marriage of Zach and Laura!Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-76799608654162718652012-09-05T11:21:00.000-05:002012-09-05T11:21:39.061-05:00Apples and Oranges...err... Peaches<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Our peaches and apples were ready and needed to be picked before the creatures got to them. We got TONS, and there are still a lot left on our trees! We don't have a lot of freezer space so we bought a dehydrator and have been busy making dried fruit. It is so easy and delicious!<br />
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Anyone want to stop by for some peach cobbler or apple pie? Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-23252098633974480042012-09-03T21:19:00.000-05:002012-09-03T21:19:24.380-05:00Labor Day WeekendWe had such a wonderful 4 day weekend together! We saw friends, cooked, did some housework and yardwork, but mostly, we enjoyed just hanging out with each other.<br />
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<br />Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-21692497144064017062012-09-02T13:52:00.001-05:002012-09-02T13:52:26.165-05:00LoveI love this man more than he loves cheese.<br />
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<br />Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-48427398609918871892012-08-31T14:37:00.000-05:002012-08-31T14:37:12.231-05:00Brent+AimeeMy brother is getting married in December and last week my mom threw an engagement party for him and his fiance! We had such a great time celebrating their love and visiting with family from near and far. We had sloppy sandwiches, desserts galore, and one of Brent's favorites, root beer floats!<br />
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<br />Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-12857489903185661172012-08-30T14:54:00.001-05:002012-08-30T14:54:35.063-05:00Thai EatsJordan is a sweet friend that I met in Georgia. Her and her husband moved to Colorado this week! I met up with her at Thai Eats because it had rave reviews on Urban Spoon.<br />
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There was only one lady working. She was the owner, waitress, cashier, and AMAZING cook. She teaches cooking classes, so taking one of her sessions is now on my to-do list. Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-18458817409911909942012-08-14T13:03:00.002-05:002012-08-14T13:03:25.232-05:002012 Summer OlympicsThe Olympics have come and GONE already! How did they fly by so quickly?! We were so into them this year that we didn't rent one Red-box movie during the games. Now that is saying a lot. One of our favorite things to come out of the Olympics this year was this hilarious "Call Me Maybe" parody. We just might have it memorized and still laugh at the "where you think you're swimmin' Mikey" line. Yeah we're nerds.<br />
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Can't wait to see the winter Olympic Games in a couple years. Figure Skating anyone?!Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-36805305715091725612012-08-12T20:38:00.002-05:002012-08-12T20:38:51.041-05:00St. Mary's Falls<div style="text-align: center;">
This hike was....well.... quite the hike. </div>
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It was about 6 miles long with an elevation change of about 4,000 feet. </div>
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<tr align="center"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: small;">so worth it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"> The mountains are such a wonderful reminder of God's greatness. He is the most magnificent artist. </span></td></tr>
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<br />Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-40926865661943693822012-08-11T22:31:00.000-05:002012-08-11T22:31:32.896-05:00Indian Cooking ClassYesterday I took my first cooking class with some girlfriends. We had a such a wonderful time, but I think there was a little more laughing than learning. To me, that means it was a great success.<br />
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When we got there our instructor, Deepika, taught us about spices.<br />
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Deepika is not only a cook, but a women of many talents. She is a pilot, an artist, an inspirational speaker, a mother, a bollywood dancer, a military spouse, a writer, and she also knows a heck of a lot about alternative medicine. She was telling us all about keeping the diarrhea away! Needless to say, her type A personality kept us laughing and on our toes throughout the night.<br />
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Here is my friend Natalie hoping she is shredding the carrots properly. No one wants to be fired by Deepika. <br />
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Ready to marinade the chicken!<br />
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They were great sports about getting messy! I love Jaclyn's face here! What a funny girl!<br />
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We took some photos while the food cooked...<br />
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and drank freshly brewed chai tea!<br />
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Then we ate! (Pictured: Tandoori Chicken and Indian Fried Rice)<br />
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This was a night to remember with some hilarious memories made. The fellowship I shared with these beautiful ladies was just what I needed. It rejuvenated my heart!Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-5513923619024070552012-08-09T13:57:00.002-05:002012-08-09T13:57:45.258-05:00The sky is fallingNo, the sky isn't falling as our dog seems to think. Our house is being re-roofed and boy is it loud! We are excited for this project to be over so we can get back to our regular routine. Right now we have to be SO careful outside for all the nails that it isn't even worth it to play in the yard with Eda. Until we have our yard back, you can find us walking in the neighborhood, hiking, at the dog park, or chasing Eda around the couches in the living room.<br />
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<br />Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-61504636993402288132012-08-08T17:02:00.001-05:002012-08-08T17:05:37.669-05:00WallflowerThe craft store was having a huge sidewalk sale, and I found a wooden/tin flower for only 22 cents! I purchased it thinking it would be the perfect thing to practice distressing paint on. It worked, but I need to do some research or take a lesson on how to make my chipping and sanding look a little more natural. I'm glad I decided to practice on something little before tackling the bookshelf and bench that are in desperate need of makeovers. <br />
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My favorite part of my completed project is the buttons. When I was a little girl I would organize, count, line up, and stack my moms collection of buttons. Now, vintage buttons calm my soul. There is something so peaceful about sorting through a pile of buttons. <br />
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I hung my craft with the rest of my "wall flowers" hoping it might make me like this wall. It didn't work. I still don't care for this wall. Any interior designers out there who would like to be my friend? ;)Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4995478027865846712.post-38310216593317653912012-08-07T14:23:00.000-05:002012-08-07T14:25:10.358-05:00Lemon Ice<div style="text-align: center;">
My favorite summer treat by far is Culver's Lemon Ice. It is so refreshing with a perfect ratio of sweet and tart. Jake is happy to oblige my craving because that means he gets some custard!</div>
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There is even a bonus. This chilly treat is guilt free as it is under 100 calories. </div>
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What is your favorite treat during the heat?</div>Alissa Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03691519199412832773noreply@blogger.com1