Throwback Post: In a Moment of Worry

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August 11 2015:

In a moment of worry …. worry about therapies, school, money, food, shelter …. In that moment I chose to pick up my phone and open facebook. I was greeted by this beautiful picture and quote, “Beautifulness always awaits you anywhere you go.” – Lillian ….

Thanks for the reminder Lillian! Beautifulness (Love) also awaits when we travel within. And, where there’s love, there are solutions and answers. Love is magical, love is miraculous, Love is Beautifulness! xoxo

Feels So Good With a Broken Mug

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January 27 2022

There’s just something about getting a haircut and style. It’s freeing, a lightening, a releasing of the past. It’s been over a year since my last cut. Feels so good.

February 22 2022

The coffee-filled mug did not survive this morning’s zoomie-playing-with-a-bouncy-ball session. 😳😭😳

Interestingly, Basil lost his case of zoomies after the loud crashing noise, with splattering of coffee across the room. Moving onto loafing on my bed.

Throwback Post: Lillian and Camilla July 2016 Date Day

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August 11 2016:

Lillian and Camilla July 2016 Date Day …. July’s date day was delayed due to our travels to and from the 2016 Chromosome 18 Conference. So we did something different for this date day.

After dinner Lillian and I headed to Whole Foods to pick out a cookie from the “Cookie Bar” … cheapest dessert ever …. and made with real food ingredients!

Next up we took our cookies to Audrey Harris Park so we could eat with a lovely view. When we got there, we saw the park was closed due to an event down below at the Bartley Ranch stage. We decided to go for a walk around Bartley Ranch and have our dessert later.

We enjoyed a wonderful time looking at the old equipment and buildings, trees, sky, and sunset. After our walk we enjoyed a slow, quiet, and peaceful drive the long way back to our end of town. I just love this drive of taking in all the farms and older houses and simply how peaceful it seems.

Next up was to head to Geiger Way Lookout to enjoy those cookies with a view. It was dark by the time we arrived so the pictures are fuzzy, yet they capture some of the beautiful essence. So incredibly wonderful.

And, last we enjoyed another slow and peaceful drive back home. I’d rank this one up there with one of our most beautiful date days. Simple and wonderful. xoxo

Chad Basil the First – Two Month Update

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February 12 2022

Chad Basil the First update. Basil has been with us for two months now.

He has nearly abandoned his safe space under Thomas’s bed, still returning there for his long afternoon nap. 😂

We’re learning his favorite things to play with, a small spiky rubber ball, little puff balls, and the assortment of foam balls Thomas and Lillian have collected over the years from birthday parties. I knew we were saving those for some reason. It’s pretty hilarious watching him toss the balls around, attacking them, with his back arched, and tail fluffed out. He loves playing with them on the stairs.

Basil enjoys jumping onto my bed, and the rocking chair to lounge in the sun. He’s finally discovering he can jump!

We finally got to hear him meow, as he’s been silent since we brought him home (except for the yowling the first 3 nights)! 😱 He meows to Thomas when he wants to be fed. It’s very quiet, and sometimes only a half meow.

Basil finally let’s us touch him. But, only when he’s half asleep, just waking up from a nap. 👏👏👏 He loves watching cat videos on our movie wall. Birds are his favorite so far.

Thomas is disappointed that Basil is spending less time in his room now. Hopefully, he’ll make his way back in there once he’s done exploring, and hanging out elsewhere. **Adding for those who don’t know – Basil is Thomas’s cat, adopted from the Humane Society.**

Lillian and Basil are steering clear of each other. He wants to explore her room so badly! 🤣 They are slowly warming up to each other.

We love him!! ❤️🥰❤️

Thomas and Camilla February 2022 Date Day

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February 11 2022

Thomas Darnell and Camilla February Date Day

First stop: Vegan sushi heaven. Over 30 different sushi rolls to choose from, with 3 or 4 vegan appetizers. Sushi menu included for those who are local. Thomas had all you can eat. I ordered individual items as I just can’t eat enough for all you can eat. We will definitely be going back many times. 🥰😋🥰

Second stop: A walk around Geiger Way Lookout. Gorgeous with many warm memories. 👏🥰👏  I asked Thomas to take a photo, and he makes me look like a giant.

Throwback Post: Brainstorming Adventures While Losing Our Minds

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August 12 2012:

The Romano Duo Adventure continues …. They made it to Denver yesterday and headed for Wichita this morning! Wahooooo!!!

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Team TLC is brainstorming business ideas to ensure we get all THREE of us to the C18 conference next year … can’t wait to see what we come up with!!

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August 12 2011:

End of VBS adventures!!!


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August 12 2010:

“We never lose our minds ~ they just take a vacation sometimes! Hey, everyone needs a vacation, don’t they y’all??” –Camilla Downs

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August 12 2009:

Has anyone else noticed that going to the eye doctor is kinda like taking your car to the mechanic?? We suggest you get this, too. You really should be getting this procedure done when getting your eyes checked. We also offer this test which insurance doesn’t cover. No thank you, I just want my prescription renewed so I can get some more contacts please! Just struck me as funny!!!

Gorgeous Scripts Wildlife Preserve With Random Soft Spots in Galena Forest

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January 22 2022

Gorgeous sunrise this morning.

January 25 2022

Thomas and I went for an incredible walk in Script’s Wildlife Preserve this afternoon. It’s always beautiful! It was wonderful running into you, Barbara! And chatting for a bit with you and Bill.

January 31 2022

Thomas and I went for walk in Galena Forest. That was a workout. Hard, compacted snow with random soft, sinking spots, and slippery spots. Felt great, though. Came across a lovely, nearly flat snowman. 😂☃️😂 Got to try out my new snow boots. Vegan, barefoot/minimalist style. Love them! Wonderful walk.