Thursday Thoughts: Thankful
Many of you may know that Mister Bull had surgery yesterday. It was just dental work, but we opted for the surgery route instead of 4 visits where we had to convince him the needle/shot was his friend....
View ArticleThe First Thanksgiving…
First, I must apologize for dropping the ball the past few days. Wednesday marked the 9 month anniversary of my Daddy going Home and no matter how much I plan and how hard I try, those days seem to...
View ArticleMy thoughts and reaction to the Connecticut shootings
This past year has been a whirlwind of emotions. Happy, Hopeful, Sad, Mourning, Helpless, Grief stricken, Heart-Broken, JOY and the list could go on. I’ve had my fair share of personal tragedy this...
View ArticleMy Kids’ Top 10 Christmas Movies & Grand Prize Winner Announced
I know the giveaway was over Tuesday at midnight. I’ve been dealing with a nasty cold this week, so I took some time to rest and recoup. And I am so glad I did!! I am definitely not 100% yet, but I am...
View ArticleA Birthday Letter to My Husband
Dear Husband, My love for you has grown more than I ever imagined possible over the last 10 years. You have always been and will be my forever. I have not always been the wife you deserve, but one...
View ArticleCelebrating the Life of Someone You Love
Whether we want to admit it or not, death is a part of life. At some point in our lives people we love will die. I’m so thankful and blessed that as a Christian I have HOPE in that seemingly dark...
View ArticleProducing Righteousness by Holding Your Tongue
Have you ever had those days…or weeks…when you feel like a complete failure as a wife and mother? When you feel like your “game is off?” Well, I’ve had several of those weeks here lately. I’m not sure...
View ArticleHow did I get here, God?: A Series – Part One
I never thought a small town was for me. In fact, I pretty much told God he could send us anywhere except to a small town. Well, in case you’ve never tested God, telling him you don’t want to go...
View Article10 Things Homeschooling has Taught Me
When we began our homeschooling journey 4 years ago I had visions of grandeur. My plans of grandeur and wonderfully smooth homeschool days flew right out the window in a hurry! And that’s when I...
View ArticleA birthday letter to my Dad
Dear Dad, Words cannot express how much I miss you!! I cannot believe this is the 2nd birthday you are spending in heaven. In so many ways it seems like you were here yesterday. But 18 long months...
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