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VANESSA SHIELDS

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Category: My Family

My Family · On Writing

Life Update (Magic)

October 3, 2013 Vanessa Shields4 Comments

I'm staring at the keyboard and wondering where to begin. You know, I read so many blogs and articles that give 'how-to' lists about how to get the most of your blog. How to get the most readers, the most comments, the most, the most, the most...and still other blogs and articles say it's not… Continue reading Life Update (Magic)

My Family · On Writing

Sundays – For Nonno

September 22, 2013 Vanessa Shields1 Comment

One year ago today my grandfather, Tony, passed away from pancreatic cancer. He was admitted to hospital seven days prior feeling lethargic, tired and 'not himself'. We found out on his second day in that he had pancreatic cancer that spread throughout his abdomen, and that the disease would progress rapidly. Death was imminent. He… Continue reading Sundays – For Nonno

Events · My Family · Parenting

Giddy Up! A date at the Lazee G Ranch.

July 25, 2012 Vanessa Shields1 Comment

Miller and I spent the afternoon at Lazee G Ranch this past Sunday. They had a 'Showdeo'. I just love the name! The folks at Lazee G sure know how to put on great show! Lazee G Ranch is the home of the Silver Stars Precision Drill Team is a group of young equestrian riders who… Continue reading Giddy Up! A date at the Lazee G Ranch.

My Family · Parenting

Birthday Party Pics

June 17, 2012 Vanessa ShieldsLeave a comment

You know you're busy when it takes a month just to get to your child's birthday party pics! Alas, here are some of my favs! Thank you to Uncle Christopher for playing photographer and snapping some gorgeous pics of Jett and Miller. Thank you to Group Hug Apparel, and Karen, Andrew and Chris for the… Continue reading Birthday Party Pics

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