Three Years of Memories in Moore, Oklahoma

by Mindi Stavish on May 22, 2013

Adrian and I lived in Moore, Oklahoma for three years when he was stationed at Tinker Air Force Base. During our time in Oklahoma, I attended and graduated with my Master’s degree from the University of Oklahoma and he started his military career. Although our time in okie land was short, we will always have sweet memories of a state we grew to love. My thoughts are with everyone in Moore, Oklahoma as they deal with loss and tragedy from the devastation of the tornadoes that ripped through the lives of our fellow Oklahomans. As I sit here in my house that is still standing, I am thankful for all I have and am saddened for all those who have lost so much.

In memory of all our wonderful moments in Oklahoma, including our first three years of marriage, our first duty assignment, earning a masters degree, becoming pet owners to our lovely cat Emma, and savoring good BBQ the Stavish family is thinking of Oklahoma.  You are strong.

The Stavish’s three year photo montage of just some of our favorite places and events in Oklahoma City and the surrounding area

The Capitol Building

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OKC Bombing Memorial

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Stockyard City

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The Christmas parade at the Stockyard City followed by great food at Cattlemen’s Steakhouse

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The magical Christmas lights display at The Children’s Center

Bethany Childrens Cente Xmas Display - 26 Nov 2004 - 5

Friend Snicker’s and pig races at the Oklahoma State Fair

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Miles of flat red dirt and farmland

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Beautiful beasts at the Oklahoma City Zoo

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Amazing acrobatic stunts at the Tinker Air Force Base Air Show

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Sooner Nation Forever

Boomer Sooner

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Downtown Bricktown

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Oklahoma spirit from Interstate 40

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Oklahoma Cowboy Museum

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Breathtaking views at the Myraid Botanical Garden

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The Calm After the Oklahoma Storm

Moore OK Rainbow - Oct 04
Photo taken outside of our house in on SW 36th St in Moore

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Strawberry Picking at Shlagel Farm 2013

by Mindi Stavish on May 21, 2013

This past weekend marked our third year strawberry picking at Shlagel Farms.

This year the berries were plentiful, huge, and oh so sweet.

Just as a farmer watches his crops blossom from a beautiful flower

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To a ripened strawberry

ripe and unripe

These boys continue to grow, learn and amaze me…

A year difference

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X and N picking 2013

They soak up every new experience, filling their souls with joy, laughter, and curiosity

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The small one learning from his big brother

N watching X pick berries

Then proceeding to conquer all things

N learns about berry picking

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Fearless and victorious

N enjoys his berries

full basket of berries

Yet his little hands still welcome help

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Their family bond sweet and one of a kind

my boys picking

Their imaginations carry them to far off lands, slaying dragons in a green house

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Then conversing with the critters

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Our adventures ending with big smiles

X with basket of berries

Delicious fruit

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And another year of strawberry picking memories

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Project 365 Week 23: Thankful for Warmer Weather

May 18, 2013 Project 365

This week the weather has been WONDERFUL and I am so thankful for the arrival of spring/summer.  You see, we have seemed to skip right over to summer, with temps in the mid 80′s all week.  I’m not complaining!  I especially love that I can wear of all my maternity dresses now.  Since the weather [...]

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Vlog Coffee Date #2: Nesting and New Car (Maybe)

May 18, 2013 Vlog

I haven’t had much free time to blog this week, so am doing a huge catch up tonight. The highlights from the week: 1. Nesting is in full force 2. Hospital bags are packed, newborn cloth diapers are ready, co-sleeper is installed, baby clothes are washed and put away 3. We may be getting a [...]

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A Question Much Too Close to “Mom, Where Do Babies Come From?”

May 16, 2013 Put me in a category

Nearly everyday Xander pats my belly and says, “Mommy your baby is getting so big.” or “Your belly is big.”.   I have enjoyed watching him become excited about the baby, as we get ready  for the arrival of Stavish baby #3.  A few days ago, Xander absolutely caught me off guard.  Our conversation went [...]

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