May 13, 2013
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I woke up last night every hour or so with the realization that I’d been trying to solve one difficult problem after another in one tense dream after the other. When, at last, it was time to wake the children … Continue reading
May 3, 2013
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It’s been almost two weeks since I last posted… an extended break I didn’t plan. I just set my timer for 15 minutes, long enough to briefly check in here and then get back to work. It’s May now, something … Continue reading
March 28, 2013
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{Pretty} It’s been a week when all kinds of “planned” things went wrong, but countless unexpected things brought joy. The frustrating trip to the post office yielded this lovely set of new postage stamps which are so pretty I put … Continue reading
March 21, 2013
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It’s been an interesting day. As it draws to an end I’m alarmed by all that didn’t get done but grateful for what I was able to take care of. As I reviewed the day I noticed that when I … Continue reading
February 21, 2013
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We’ve had company at our home since Monday, and she left today. It was wonderful to have my husband’s Aunt here. She helped the children with homework while I made dinner, and when the evening ended the kids were happy, … Continue reading
June 25, 2012
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There is a verse from the Book of Luke which has been running through my mind for months now. It’s found in the sixth chapter. Jesus has called his disciples and healed a multitude. He then began teaching his disciples, … Continue reading
August 23, 2011
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I got the children off to school this morning and the little ones immediately ran upstairs to play upon returning. I was left in a quiet room with a heart that didn’t feel quiet. I felt drawn outside for an … Continue reading
August 6, 2011
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We picked apricots as a family recently. I’ve never been a fan but the children are enjoying them and I figured I’d better make something with them. Much as I enjoy making pies, I haven’t made many fruit pies and … Continue reading
August 5, 2011
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I am not an apricot lover. I am not a Pyrex collector. But I am in love with how beautiful these apricots are in the one vintage Pyrex piece I own. We picked these apricots, my children and I, from … Continue reading
December 30, 2010
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We have a long standing tradition in my family on December 23rd. For as long as I can remember, it’s the night we sleep under the Christmas tree. You see, my parents always gave us the gift of incredible Christmas … Continue reading
