Keepin’ It Real Rewinds 13 – TAC Surgery

My sincere apologies for the extended break I took from the Keepin’ It Real Rewinds series.  Too often I find myself consumed by the present to recollect the past.  However, I am often reminded of the true miracles that surround me daily, and I feel compelled to share the story of God’s grace and goodness …

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Motherhood Called And Needs You to Cancel All Your Appointments

It’s embarrassing how long I’ve put off some of these appointments.  Embarrassing, I tell ya! Motherhood just seems to take precedence over following through on this to-do list.  Whether its canceling because of a family illness, not setting up child care, or not not taking the time to call and schedule an appointment. It’s down …

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My Steps

Psalm 17: 5, 6 “My steps have held fast to your paths; my feet have not slipped. I call upon you, for you will answer me, O God; incline your ear to me; hear my words.” I have been so encouraged by God’s provision this week.  He seems to reassure us the most, when things …

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Because Walgreens Is Never Lacking In Entertainment Value with Quads

We thought we could kick this nasty virus once and for all, but the boys were up coughing most of the night and Isaac woke up complaining about his ear hurting. So we paid our favorite doctor, Dr. Kersteff (Brooks refers to him affectionately as  Dr. Curse, which Isaac likes to correct him and says …

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Prehistoric Rabbit Repellant for Gardens

Somehow Peter Rabbit snuck into our garden a few nights ago, even though we have a raised bed surrounded by chicken wire.  The little furry pest ate one entire row and a half of green beans, all of the cucumber plants but one, and trampled the peas.  I looked up a natural deterrent for rabbits …

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The Length a Quadruplet Brother Goes To Get Some One On One Attention

You might have caught that Isaac spent the wee hours of the morning in the ER with his daddy.  Apparently, he was in desperate need of some one on one time. So much for a plain ole boring fever.  Shortly after we tucked him into to bed for the night he woke up in a …

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How To Get Your Kids to Stay In Bed : Tips From a Quad Mom and Her Readers

I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again. WE ARE SO STINKIN’ BLESSED WITH OUR FAMILY OF READERS! I came to you discouraged, exhausted, and in tears and you came to the rescue. Seriously, if you’re having any trouble with bedtime at your house, there’s some brainy, creative, and insightful ideas in the comment section …

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Somebody Give Me the Magic Solution To Keep Kids in Bed for the Night

(Door Knob Opens) “I need to go potty.” (Back to Bed Tactics) (Door Opens) “My toe hurts.” (Reluctant Back to Bed Tactics) (Door Opens) “I need a drink of water.” Minutes Pass and I Think All Is FINALLY quiet for the night… (Door Opens) “I need my yellow dog.” (Desperate Back to Bed Tactics) (Door …

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