After camping for 7 days, we were all happy to return home and be with our pets.
I had hopes that the week would be relaxing, I even baked these Chocolate Chip Cupcakes.
And found some time for the elliptical.
But, life interefered and things, well they turned upside down a bit starting with trouble on the blog.
And my grandfather passing away. RIP Papa.
We’ve also had some hot ass days around here that have hurt my career as a pumpkin farmer.
Instead of dwelling on the bad, we have tried to hold our heads up high and continue to support one another.
For in life, to truly know the good you must also experience the bad.
Hi and welcome! My name is Jessica Torres and I'm a homeschooling mom of two adorably insane girls on the path to greener living. I'm also self declared iPhone addict and lover of all things Apple. When not attached to my kids, my iPhone, or my laptop, you can find me creating cocktail recipes. Subscribe by RSS Feed or by email to join in the fun over here.
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I’m totally making those cupcakes.
I am very sorry to hear about your Papa.
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Thanks Rach.
The cupcakes went fast over here.
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I’m so sorry to hear about your Grandfather. Much love to you all …
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So sorry about your Grandpa.
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Aw Jess…so sorry about your grandpa. That sucks.
xoxo
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Thank you, Jen. It was his time.
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I’m so sorry about your grandpa! What a rough week. I got four little pumpkins today to roast, but I think the few others are goners. They’re tiny and already orange. Sigh. That last picture is precious. I hope next week is better for you! (maybe have a few more of those cupcakes? OMG)
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I’ve still got a few pumpkins growing and I’m hoping they can survive this heat wave we have right now. Last year I had over a dozen.
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I’m so sorry to hear about your grandfather. Love to all of you.
But also? Those cupcakes look delicious!
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If you were closer, I would share. Just sayin’.
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Oh, so sorry to hear about your Papa.
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True.
Praying comfort for your family.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. *hugs*
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Jessica – I’m so sorry for your loss.
But, as a complete aside, I had no idea you were a GRRM geek. How did this escape me?
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The Game of Thrones series is the first I have read of GRRM. I’m really liking the books.
I’m so sorry to hear about your grandfather. Sending prayers and positive thoughts your way.
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So sorry to hear about your grandpa. That quote is so true. Without bad things we wouldn’t know the good ones when they are right in front of us… unfortunately. Hope this week will be a bit brighter and more positive!!!
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Thank you, Susi. I hope next week is better too but for now I’m taking it one day at a time.
So sorry about your grandpa.
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Sorry for the loss of your Grandpa and bummer about those pumpkins! Hope next week is unicorns, rainbws aaaannd lollipops.
The girls would sure like it if our week was filled with all of those things.
Sending condolences about your grandfather
xo
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I’m really sorry to hear about your Grandpa. I agree – you sometimes have to experience the bad, to take in the good. Hope next week is better and so glad your site is back up and running.
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It took a few days for my site because the computer expert was busy but I’m glad it is back up.
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Are you saying John is bad to the bone? …just sort of got that from the pic.
And I am so sorry about your Papa. I miss mine every day. And yes, I’m sorry, that doesn’t help.
Maybe….
My Papa will be greatly missed but it was his time. Thank you, Amy.
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I’m sorry for your loss.
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I’m so, so sorry to hear about your Papa.
Hang in there. And hold that family tight. They are awesome.
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I’m doing my best. Thank you, Natalie.
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“Earning the Good.” I love that title. And I’m very sorry about your grandfather’s passing. Hope you’re holding up OK.
I have to add that I just started the first Game of Thrones book. Well, maybe halfway through. Can’t put it down. Are you on the 3rd book?
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I’m about halfway through the 3rd book. I have really enjoyed them so far although I saw the television series before reading them so that messed me up a bit in reading the books.
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I just found your blog through a link to the Essence of Now link up. Such a great idea for a blog meme. I’m also a Reno blogger and am looking forward to following along with you and getting to know you better.
I’m so sorry to hear about your grandfather. I hope that you’ll find peace in memories of good times spent with him.
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Thank you for joining us for Essence of Now and it’s nice to meet a fellow Reno blogger.
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Love the pics but so sorry to hear about your grandfather. What a great outlook to have, though. Definitely helps get through the tough times. Cupcakes always give us a reason to smile, though. Those look delicious!
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I’ve been making a lot of cupcakes lately for some strange reason. They make me happy even if they also require me to spend some time on the elliptical.
Twitter: krrobi
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Fabulous, beautiful photos.
looooove your grandpa. So very sorry about your loss.
Love your cupcakes.
How do you get your name like that on your photos?
xx
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I’m sorry about your grandfather, but happy you have been enjoying your summer otherwise and getting in some time on the elliptical machine!
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Other than last week our summer has been pretty awesome.
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I’m so sorry about your Papa, Jessica.
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So sorry about your grandfather, Jess. Glad you’ve got each other.
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I am so sorry about your loss my friend and so sorry it took me so long to get here to say so. *sending lots of hugs*
let’s share one of those cupcakes and chat. xoxo
thinking about you.
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Thank you, Kir. It was his time for sure and he is in a much better place now.