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Little Things // June 2019
Life ► July 1, 2019

Little Things // June 2019

Happy July! A new month means a new little things post, where we reflect on the little things we were grateful for each month. I like to take photos of all the little things, so...

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Little Things // May 2019
Life ► June 3, 2019

Little Things // May 2019

Hello, friends! Happy June! I know this is the constant refrain we hear as each month passes, but… I can’t believe we’re already in June. May was a busy month. I didn’t really sit still,...

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Little Things // April 2019
Life ► May 1, 2019

Little Things // April 2019

In March I talked about planning my month based not only on what needed to be done and what was happening, but how I wanted to feel through it all. One thing I found was...

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Little Things // March 2019
Life ► April 24, 2019

Little Things // March 2019

Hello, hello! I’m a little late to the little things post this month because… well, Easter was coming. And before Lent started I didn’t think about the fact that I work for more churches this...

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Little Things // January & February 2019
Life ► March 11, 2019

Little Things // January & February 2019

Hello, friends! Happy Monday! I experienced a bit of blog writing block for awhile. In January I started to put a lot of pressure on myself about blogging and in February I said goodbye to...

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Little Things // December 2018
Adventures ► January 3, 2019

Little Things // December 2018

Each month I like to practice gratitude by looking back at the little things each month. For me that usually means looking through the photos on my phone and remembering moments that might not come...

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10 Things That Made Me Happy This Week // Supermoon Edition
Life ► November 18, 2016

10 Things That Made Me Happy This Week // Supermoon Edition

Happy Friday! Who’s excited it’s the end of the week? I’m raising my hand over here! >> A supermoon >> Puppy cuddles & tummy rubs >> An inspiring writing class last weekend that stayed with...

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It’s the Little Things #3
Uncategorized ► March 20, 2014

It’s the Little Things #3

I started listening to an audiobook last week and I enjoyed it much more than I thought I would. It’s a different way to experience a book. I think certain passages stuck out to me...

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It's the Little Things #2
Uncategorized ► March 13, 2014

It's the Little Things #2

Little One spent the evening with her nose pressed up against the door looking into the backyard after seeing a cat sitting on a snowbank outside. We’re working on the barking, but I have to...

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It's the Little Things #1
Uncategorized ► March 6, 2014

It's the Little Things #1

I had another post planned for today, but I think I’ll push that one back a day or so and join in on a link-up that I’ve seen my friend Jessica do the last couple...

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I'm Crystal, the storyteller behind Dreams, etc. I'm all about learning how to live slowly & sustainably, while also seeking adventure as we follow our dreams, etc.

Come with me to Cafe Ceres in downtown Minneapolis Come with me to Cafe Ceres in downtown Minneapolis.
A low key Sunday: church, pizza with mom, phone ca A low key Sunday: church, pizza with mom, phone call with niece, dogs. What was your Sunday like?
Summer has never been my favorite season so I inte Summer has never been my favorite season so I intentionally try to find those moments that I enjoy. Here’s one from summer 2023: sitting outside and watching this bird couple care for their babies.
It’s true. Okay, Mina. Your human needs a hug. It’s true.

Okay, Mina. Your human needs a hug. And maybe we should consider taking more flattering videos of the two of us. 😂

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August. August.
July is over and I’m glad. I’m ready for summe July is over and I’m glad. I’m ready for summer to come to an end. I’m thankful that you can see Mina throughout the entire video…there were a few days in July that I wasn’t sure she would be around much longer. Hold your pups tight. 💙 #onesecondeveryday #onesecond #1secondeveryday #1se #monthinreview #videodiary
A rainy day is a special gift to readers. [Amy Mil A rainy day is a special gift to readers. [Amy Miles] 🌧️

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