Rooted in Trefoil to Rooted in Sand

Hi friends and family.....last weekend Tyler and I attended the Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention and I personally had an eye-opening experience. We were there to volunteer our time with some of my other coworkers and the turn out was remarkable. Tyler and I passed out beads that were different colors and every color meant a specific type of loss. Friend. Spouse. Sibling. Relative. Personal struggle. Prevention Support. Child. So many colors. It was so hard to have people approach our table, look over the list, and tell us what color they needed. Some people cried as they spoke their color choice, some were stoic, some were quiet and would just point to the color they needed. It was such a rewarding time in many ways as hoards of people came together to celebrate those they lost but also to bring awareness that suicide is preventable. There are so many groups, medical treatments for those who suffer with depression, anxiety, all the things that could drive someone ...

Morning All! Real quick, if you like home decor or even seeing what homes are on the market, follow me @midwesthomehunter_il I've moved my love of decor and ideas over to a new account thus making my @itzamemari more personal life and of course about the girls. Anyway..... This past Sunday, Tyler and I went to IL HomeBuilders Association Showcase of Homes. It's normally every other year, where all the builders in Central IL showcase their new models and gives a chance to local businesses to come in and stage the homes (lot's of decor!!). I, personally, enjoy going to this and open houses because it gives me new ideas for when we re-do specific rooms in our home. I'd say Tyler loves it for the same reasons, but I tend to just drag him along. Here's some of my favs! Mind you these homes are for sale and range from $300k-$900k. Some of the most expensive real estate in Champaign County. I wouldn't pay that top end amount or anythin...