Yesterday afternoon our house was silent except for the humming of the fans. Every single member of the family fell sound asleep for Sunday naps. Very long, deep Sunday naps.

It had been a big weekend--my cousin's wedding and reception at their farm, lots of family in town, and the beginnings of going through some of my grandparents' things. There were many moments where I felt like I was moving through time in slow-motion, puffy-eyed and exhausted by emotion and other moments of belly-aching laughter and sweetness that I never want to forget.

I think that's a sign of a well-lived weekend.

I've got more things to share with you including some new additions to our growing animal kingdom--if I can just get them to get over their shyness in front of the camera. But for now, I think I'll spend the rest of the day in recovery mode--reclaiming the house and tackling a much neglected mountain of laundry.

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Chronicle Books winners:

Little Oink : Ericka

Oh,
Little Oink looks so cute! I've been checking out all of the "let's
clean up" books from the library that I can find...it's not a favorite
chore of my 2 year olds. Or mine really! And Secrets of Simplicity,
someone PLEASE tell me what they are! Where are they hiding?

Horse Crazy : Meghan

Always love books! I like the looks of Horse Crazy :)

Secrets of Simplicity : Shannon

My
daughter is crazy for horse books and is just beginning to truely
develop the love of reading and I am much in need of a little
simplicity. Thanks for sharing!

Winners: Please send me an email with your mailing information and I'll pass it on to Chronicle Books.