Category Archives: family life

Some people were worried we were having marital problems.  Don’t fret!  I am married to the most sacrificial, hardworking man who spoils me rotten and loves and serves us all in an awe-inspiring way.  So, no marital crisis here!

- still eating ham (split pea soup tonight) – finally uploading living room pics to the family flickr – going to sell two immobile Volvo 740s – figuring out how to do the one-car family thing, and hoping its not … Continue reading →

Something hard and messy and just plain offensive is going on in my life right now and it makes me sad and angry and depressed. Broken-hearted, in tears, I want to give up and hide. But Christ is risen, and … Continue reading →

As I finish Easter dresses and start to plan/execute Easter dinner.  We’re having ham, scalloped potatoes, green bean casserole, rolls and… what else would you serve?

I’ve been consuming beautiful things lately, like dark chocolate and good books.  We’ve hung out with some truly beautiful people.  I’ve been creating beauty too, smocking dresses for the most lovely children I know.  I need to beautify the lawn and … Continue reading →

The weather has warmed and I have had the distinct pleasure of spending time outside with the girls, at the park and in the yard.  Kate likes to blow bubbles and Lexi likes to chase them.  When the wind is … Continue reading →

Answers to the quiz follow the break.

I enjoyed the retreat, thanks for asking.  After the retreat on hospitality I did spend some time practicing it, and life is a little busy across the board.  Rare morning naps, so I may try to catch up on some … Continue reading →

Many hours of deliberation.  Factors to be weighed, opinions to read.  A choice.  The wait.  Expectation.  Naptime.  The hiss of brakes.  A thud at the door.  “Perfect timing!”  Dragging in heavy weights.  Gathering tools.  Blue Bell for fortitude.  Instructions without … Continue reading →