• Lisa's Corner

    Tomorrow…

    I came across this quote today and truly feel like things are put in front of us at certain times for a reason. I am one who can get lost in focus on all the tasks I need to achieve in a day. Checking one thing off and then another from the never ending to-do list and feeling more accomplished…

  • Kira's Corner,  Preston's Corner,  Sacramento,  Travel

    Old Town Sacramento Afternoon

    Old Town Sacramento is one of our favorite local spots to visit whether it be for a simple afternoon strolling around along the water and through the historic buildings or for a fun evening and nice dinner. We have caught multiple music concerts over the years here, jumped on the Polar Express over the holidays and even had our engagement…

  • Darren's Corner

    I CANNOT BELIEVE IT HAS BEEN A YEAR!

    It was one year ago today that I tested for my black belt in Kyokushin Karate. It was 10 x 2 minute matches that progressively got harder. I was by far not in my best health, in fact, probably in some of the worst health I had been in for at least 4 years. I was 9 days off of…

  • Preston's Corner

    Mr. Preston

    We were having a conversation with Preston this week and he randomly had mentioned he wanted to add his own “thoughts” to the website. We have many discussions throughout the days and weeks about our upcoming move to St. Maarten and any emotions the kiddos are feeling. As we get closer and closer and are making steps to eliminate the…

  • Darren's Corner,  Kira's Corner

    She Did It!

    Kira did it! She fought hard and broke 1/2 inch worth of boards. The real power of getting to observe Kira over the past few weeks has nothing to do with breaking the boards. What inspired both Lisa and I, was her resiliency, commitment to keep trying, even in the face of lots of struggle, tears, sore elbows and a…