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Goals in Review: January and February
This year I’m trying to weave goal setting into my daily, weekly, and monthly routine. In college I was a planner. Always mapping out my semesters by which assignments were due when, and making sure that I paced myself throughout the semester for each course. I worked for three years before having children and even with my job I enjoyed…
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What I Learned: February 2016
February is over! It’s hard to believe, but I have to admit I’m very excited that winter is coming to an end. My hydrangeas are already budding, and the last two days in the 70’s have me hopeful that Spring is just around the corner. Once again, I’m joining in with Emily to share ‘What We Learned in February‘. *************************************************************************…
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Hello, Thirty Four
Yesterday was my birthday. It was fun in a number of ways. Bradley brought me coffee in bed AND got breakfast ready for the whole family. The kids helped him wrap my gifts and it was so fun to watch their excitement over celebrating Mommy. The ladies in my community group took me out for a much-needed girl time…
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Seasons of change bring repentance
The past two months have been wonderful and horrible at the same time. I’m thrilled to have another baby in our family, and everyone loves him more than he will ever know. The older kids have welcomed him without jealousy and I’ve been so thankful for the ways they have adjusted. But, as grateful as I am and as…
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Redeeming Saturday
Saturdays have always been one of the greatest days of the week. No work, no school, no routine. Relax, get a project accomplished, have friends over for dinner, watch a movie. The possibilities are endless. And then children. Saturdays can now be some of the hardest days of the week. And I know I’m not alone in this because I’ve…
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Cooper’s Birth Story
I love looking back and remembering the births of each of our children. Each one is unique and special. Writing about it here is more for my sake than anyone else’s, but in case you would like to know how Cooper entered the world, here you go! December 7, 2015: I had an OB appointment scheduled for Monday morning,…
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Colors, Jumping and “No, Mama”
Back in October, we were sitting around the table eating breakfast and Mason kept putting his hand under his chin, waving his fingers and babbling something to me. I tried desperately to figure out what he was saying, but to no avail. Later that morning, after his physical therapy session, I asked his therapist what that sign meant. “Oh, that’s how…
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From the Kitchen:: Spinach Artichoke Dip
With the Super Bowl approaching this weekend, I thought I’d share with you our current favorite appetizer. Sunday nights are “Eat Whatever You Want” night in our home, which basically means I don’t cook. It’s been a great way for Sunday to feel more restful for all of us, and specifically giving me a break from the kitchen. The kids…
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What I Learned January 2016
Time for another monthly wrap-up post with Emily. And, once again, I can’t believe we’re at this point. In no particular order, here are some things I learned in January: 1. Susanna Wesley had 19 children. Maybe I learned this at some point previously, but it hit home with me this month as I was reading Eric Metaxas’ 7 Women…
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Life with 5 looks like this
The top question we get asked these days is “So, what is life like with FIVE?” I don’t always know how to answer because it’s complex. It’s wonderful and it’s awful. I love it and some days I just want to crawl into bed and hide from everyone. Bradley keeps saying, “We did this to ourselves.” Yes, yes, we…
