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In all of the Disney Magic I’ve failed to share this with you….  It’s the gorgeous lovely ladies of Hallmark and moi with HARRY CONNICK JR.!!!! minutes after he serenaded the ladies of Blissdom with a private concert.  And now you know why they...

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More than ever I’ve been planning meals based on the following questions: ~ Will most/all of the family eat it? ~ Is it EASY and fairly QUICK? ~ Is it easy on the budget? ~ Is it a healthy choice? So when...

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Fraternal Twins. (Henry left, Isaac right) Frat Brothers for Life.  ...

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***Disclaimer: Bathroom Humor and An Overuse of Quotation Marks Were Used in the Making of This Post*** Although I had high hopes that January 2010 would be the “Month of the Underpants”, it just wasn’t in the cards.  As soon as we found out we would...

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Do you remember the souvenir surprise that I eluded to before we left for Walt Disney World?  The one I snuck on our trip after finding a bargain at the Disney Store that was going out of business? Here’s what they found sitting by their tents* upon returning...

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Whenever we take the boys out, especially if it requires “The Beast” Quad Stroller (which we use pretty much limit to long walks or big excursions now) it becomes a spectator event.  Most people have never encountered quadruplets in person. People take their pictures and pelt you...

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UPDATE: My dad had surgery last night to partially remove the kidney stone.  Unfortunately they were unable to blast/remove all of it and he will repeat the procedure next week.  He has been the BEST patient, and his outlook has been remarkable!  They are hopefully releasing him this afternoon. Thank...

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My expectation was for the boys to be shy and frightened by the Disney characters.  After all, when they met the Colts’ mascot a few months ago they FREAKED.  They were shaking, screaming, clinging, hiding, the whole bit.  We tried to prepare them for the Disney characters that...

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(I know you might be expecting Disney pictures and stories…and trust me I have LOTS of them to share, but for now would you allow me to share a little of what’s on my heart with you? It seems important to get this out first before I post about Blissdom...

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So what does the laundry pile look like upon return from Disney World with quadruplets after a snow storm delay?  Sort of like this… Accept more impressive in real life. 6 loads folded 1 in the washer 1 in the dryer...

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I could stare at it all day…. The only thing that can beat the castle at dusk, Is the castle during the nightly fireworks show.  Magic.  Pure Magic.  ...

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What better ride to pick as your first ride at Magic Kingdom than Dumbo? What’s YOUR favorite ride in the Magic Kingdom? What a RIDE this has been for our family!    PS I promise my posts will get longer when we...

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I don’t think I was as excited to see the characters as a kid as I was to see them through the eyes of my little boys this week.  It truly is magical to see their eyes dance with wonder as Donald and Mickey...

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The boys learned a new word today… ALOHA!  Today we arrived at the Walt Disney’s Polynesian Resort.  (We feel like royalty!) The boys took their first trip on the monorail (bridge in the background), ate Pineapple Dole Whip, and are now taking a much overdue...

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There’s so much I can’t wait to tell you about our time at Blissdom, but we are onto our next journey already!  Hopefully, I’ll be able to post most days at least with a picture and a little memory from the day.  That way you can be part...

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Even Their Mama… PS Every Colts fan needs to treat themselves to a donut after that heartbreaking loss last night.  Hats off to the Saints, you out played us! ...

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Instead of Blogging I am… ..Scrubbing toilets …Getting a haircut …Confirming reservations …Organizing the linen closet …Throwing out old makeup …Wiping noses …Loving on my newly turned 3 year olds …Filling up sippy cups …Taking deep breaths …Administering meds ...

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To celebrate the Miracle of our Quadruplets 3rd Year of Life, I’ve pulled out a few things from their day of birth to help put their tiny little miracle lives into perspective.  It’s hard to comprehend just how small, yet perfect their little bodies were. ...

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To celebrate the Miracle of our Quadruplets 3rd Year of Life, I’ve pulled out a few things from their day of birth to help put their tiny little miracle lives into perspective.  It’s hard to comprehend just how small, yet perfect their little bodies were. I...

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To celebrate the Miracle of our Quadruplets 3rd Year of Life, I’ve pulled out a few things from their day of birth to help put their tiny little miracle lives into perspective.  It’s hard to comprehend just how small, yet perfect their little bodies were. ...

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To celebrate the Miracle of our Quadruplets 3rd Year of Life, I’ve pulled out a few things from their day of birth to help put their tiny little miracle lives into perspective.  It’s hard to comprehend just how small, yet perfect their little bodies were. I...

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3 years ago today, they entered this world and we captured their first minutes in pictures… Henry Samuel Murray (Baby “A”) Born at 12:33 pm 2 lbs. 12 oz. 15 Inches Brooks Layton Murray ...

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I love packages.  Don’t you?  A special one arrived in our mailbox over the weekend… Smitten &Co (The same creator of birthday shirts last year) hooked us up with a perfect design to wear for our birthday celebration at Walt Disney World.  Aren’t they...

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Thank you for your concerns over my bladder continence.  I haven’t had so many people ask if I wet myself, since 1981. I’m pleased to report that I stayed dry through the entire Day at the Capitol event.  (I wore dark dress pants just in case.) In all...

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The reason for asking for your prayers at 10:15 on Thursday morning: I will be speaking briefly on our family’s experience with prematurity and our personal connection to these legislative issues.  I’m feeling majorly a tad bit nervous, but excited to be a positive...

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