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FAQ: Part 1

April 7th, 2009

During my move to WordPress, we rearranged some things. You can find the content that used to be here on the FAQ: Part 1 page.

“Due” for a 2nd Birthday Party

March 30th, 2009

It was an awesome celebration on Saturday; Great food, great company, great presents, great memories. We woke the boys up to a house full of people who’s 50 eyes were all on them, which took them a little while to warm up to (except for our entertainer Isaac), but the cupcakes helped ease their anxiety. …

Ode to Feeding Table…

March 9th, 2009

Forgive my sentimentalism as I reflect on our history with a large piece of furniture that has been part of our lives for the last 18 months… I’ll never forget when a semi-truck backed up into our cal-de-sac and wondering, "Man, just how big IS this table, if it requires a semi delivery?!!!" And then …

Scenes from an Overdue Date (Part 1)

February 19th, 2009

Brad and I were blessed by a LONG date on Sunday. (Muchos Gracias Grandparents, Cindy, and Joan!) It was a FABULOUS date. We were able to enjoy uninterrupted conversation, delicious dinner, and renewed joy in our relationship. One thing that I treasure most about our marriage is that spending time with one another never gets …

Pour Little Sugar on It Baby

February 17th, 2009

The boys got their first cookie decorating experience on Valentine’s Day. I anticipated them scarfing the cookie before we had a chance to put the sprinkles on the table. Instead, they decorated their cookies patiently and disaster free. Another perk to add to my Things That Make Two Terrific List! It was 100% enjoyable for …

Every Story Whispers His Name…

February 14th, 2009

This morning as I was attending to Brooks, I heard Henry running towards me with excitement, but my brain had yet to process what he was saying. (It takes a little bit more processing to translate two-year-old ramblings at times.) I turned around to see him with a book in his hands, and he was …

Oh Pillow, How I Missed You…

February 1st, 2009

…And Of Course My 3 Other Little Men too! We are HOME! Just in time for tomorrow’s birthday! Sooooo great to all be under one roof again!!! We have been so blessed by your faithful prayers. We were able to rest in God’s sovereignty and in His faithfulness during these past few scary and uncertain …

SOS Answered

January 29th, 2009

Because of your faithful prayers, Clark is HOME right now. Praise God! They treated him with a different type of breathing medication than I had administered here at home and a round of steroids. His airways became less constricted and his breathing became easier within minutes of the treatment. His x-ray came back clear. We’re …

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