Finding Calm

Every now and then go away and have a little relaxation. To remain constantly at work will diminish your judgement. Go some distance away, because work will be in perspective and a lack of harmony is more readily seen. – Leonardo Da Vinci Your comments and input on our not saying goodbye to dating through …

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Texas-Sized KidVentures: Tractor Rides

Turns out everything IS bigger in Texas…even the KidVentures! We had a generous helping of adventures last week during our trip to Texas, and I’ll be sharing those here this week. As if steering the Gator around the property wasn’t a thrill enough, Pop-Pop pulled out the big guns on Monday and let the boys …

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Texas-Sized KidVentures: Fishing

Turns out everything IS bigger in Texas…even the KidVentures! We had a generous helping of adventures last week during our trip to Texas, and I’ll be sharing those here this week. While enjoying country life in Texas last week, the boys got to wet a few lines and catch some fish at the pond…also known …

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Texas-Sized KidVentures: Rope Tree Swinging

Turns out everything IS bigger in Texas…even the KidVentures! We had a generous helping of adventures last week during our trip to Texas, and I’ll be sharing those here this week. Growing up, my church had a large hill with a playground and land, including a tire swing that hung from a giant oak tree.  …

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Texas-Sized KidVentures: Rodeo

Turns out everything IS bigger in Texas…even the KidVentures! We had a generous helping of adventures last week during our trip to Texas, and I’ll be sharing those here this week. You can’t get more Texan than rodeo, sweet tea, cowboy boots, and brisket. We were happy to experience of those and more last week.  …

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Texas-Sized KidVentures: Beach Day

Turns out everything IS bigger in Texas…even the KidVentures! We had a generous helping of adventures last week during our trip to Texas, and I’ll be sharing those here this week. What an awesome way to celebrate the beginning of summer vacation with a quick stop at the ocean! Plenty of time to dig for …

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Texas Souvenirs

We were supposed to leave Texas with four pairs of cowboy boots as our souvenirs. They have that wonderful fresh leather smell, and I can’t even begin to tell you how ridiculously handsome they look on those eight little feet. They were a surprise from the Dupre’s so that their feet would be protected in …

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Adios, Texas

Today we leave Texas with teary eyes and a full tank of love. We have been loved on well by our dear (adopted) family, and had a week of Texas country adventures. The thousand mile journey was so worth it, and now we have home to look forward to as we make a full day …

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