Category Archives: family life
Kate
Today was the last day of Kate’s first semester of Kindergarten. She’s enjoyed it so much: her teacher, science labs, Spanish class, singing with her class and in music, everything. Well, not nap time! Her enthusiasm is really encouraging to … Continue reading
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The Joy of Socks
Even though he wasn’t being completely honest, Dumbledore told Harry in the Philosopher’s Stone that when he looked into the mirror of Erised (which shows one’s greatest desire), “I see myself holding a pair of thick, woolen socks… One can … Continue reading
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Lexi
On the cusp of turning four, Lexi is such a delight. Today I went to hang out with a friend with an infant, and she “babysat” while we talked, going through books and telling baby Hannah all about them. She … Continue reading
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MRI in the Morning
I am getting an MRI of my spine in the morning. It’s hard to know how to feel, it’s been a hard year for me, physically. I hope they find something treatable. Real hope for a day without pain is … Continue reading
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Jolly Old Saint Nicholas
I didn’t grow up doing the Santa Claus thing, so maybe I don’t understand what I am missing, but we have avoided it thus far. We try to be minimalistic about gifts and possessions in general and it works for … Continue reading
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Seeds Family Worship
A few posts back I talked about these cds – we hadn’t had them for very long, so my assessment was basically that they were much better musically than the scripture songs I grew up with. As we’ve lived with … Continue reading
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Another Year Ends & Then Begins
Everyone’s back to school. Michael’s searching for summer work for 2010. Lexi started ballet. I’m driving from Southside to Woodlawn or Crestwood (and back) 3x a day, fighting the UAB students for parking, and, of course, running a business. It’s … Continue reading
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She’s Off
We dropped Kate off at kindergarten this morning. She was ready, excited, and did not shed a tear. Neither did we. Praying for a great first day!
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Still a Great Adventure
Today is our sixth anniversary. Michael and I have done a lot in the time we’ve been married, and as I look towards the future more change and challenge awaits. I’m thankful we’ll be tackling it together.
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I Like to Give Things Away
Seeds Family Worship contacted me a few weeks ago and offered to send me a set of CDs to giveaway. I decided to do so at another blog I contribute to, feel free to go over there to enter. The … Continue reading
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Happy Birthday, Kate!
Watch over thy child, Kate, O Lord, as her days increase; bless and guide her wherever she may be, keeping her unspotted from the world. Strengthen her when she stands; comfort her when discouraged or sorrowful; raise her up if … Continue reading
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Summertime and Isaac Watts
Whatever this season is in the life of our family, it isn’t one of blogging. It is busy. So busy, I smocked dresses this spring and finished them a week before Easter morning but haven’t carved the time to construct … Continue reading
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