There is something so calming about being on one of the many trails in the Arizona desert. If you stop walking and listen at any moment on your hike, you will hear a glorious sound (and see a glorious sight). Silence. (And saguaros.) Maybe it’s because I live in the city, where I am surrounded […]
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Eight Is Gr8!
Even though this post is a few days late, I wanted to make sure to celebrate our eight year anniversary on the blog this year! Yes, Bobby and I are married now, and one would think that means our dating anniversary becomes a bit outdated, but November 16 will always have a special place in […]
Book Review: The Postmistress by Sarah Blake
Imagine having responsibility over everyone’s secrets. It’s your job to get letters, bills and personal information from point A to point B with little or no room for error. It’s a big job, and you love it, until one day a letter comes along that you can’t avoid opening. And once you do, you find […]
Traveling Pans: Pansgiving
Pansgiving terminology courtesy of Mara, who has already written a fabulous recap post. The Traveling Pans were at it again Sunday night. This month’s theme: Thanksgiving! What better way to prepare for the “big feast” than with a practice feast among friends? Would you look at that turkey? I still can’t get over how perfect […]
V-I-C-T-O-R-Y
That’s the Wildcats’ battle cry! 🙂 We just returned home from an exciting day at Ryan Field. Northwestern beat the Rice University Owls 28-6! If we can hang on for two more games, we may squeak our way into a bowl game. Fingers crossed! Following our victory, Bobby and I decided to visit an old […]
Checagou, Or Alternatively, Wild Onion
You can check out this link if you’re curious to learn a fun history fact related to the post title. 🙂 Bobby parent’s were in town this past weekend, and they must have brought good luck with them from Minnesota because all of my falling backward dreams came true. Northwestern beat Nebraska, the Packers went […]
Happy Birthday, Mama Bender!
Someone is turning 25 today… Okay, maybe not 25, but she sure does dance like it. 🙂 The incredible Mama Bender is celebrating her birthday today. I wish I could be there to sing and make a grass-fed meal in person, but look forward to doing just that when we come for Thanksgiving a few […]
Falling Backward: To Be Or Not To Be Productive?
Thank you for the support and kind comments on the DreamChamps launch! We may be falling backward this weekend, but there are many things to look forward to with the extra hour. I’ve compiled a list of three that are especially appealing to me, and am curious to hear what your plans are, as well! […]
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My name is Jenn. My nickname is Bender. I'm a 20-something entrepreneur and writer in Phoenix striving to manage a hectic schedule while maintaining my health, happiness and, most importantly, my sanity! Read more here.
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