Last week I shared photos of my girls prepping for a last-minute birthday party for a friend. The joy we all found in scurrying around to prepare was increased when our friends arrived. It was a perfect evening. And yet, … Continue reading
May 1, 2012
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Last week I shared photos of my girls prepping for a last-minute birthday party for a friend. The joy we all found in scurrying around to prepare was increased when our friends arrived. It was a perfect evening. And yet, … Continue reading
April 24, 2012
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I was in the hallway at church on Sunday as my children came to meet me after their classes. One after one they said to me, “Mom! It’s Janice’s birthday! We need to have a party!” By the time we … Continue reading
October 8, 2011
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Someone at our house turned nine years old today! It was a great day and she wore a smile most of the time (except for one little mishap, when she cut her thumb on the lid to a can of … Continue reading
August 12, 2011
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Last night we celebrated the two year old in our family. I wrote here about my feelings heading into this birthday celebration and feel grateful that the little details turned out well enough that I feel happy about them. As … Continue reading
August 10, 2011
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I neglected to post about out little evening birthday party for my 3rd daughter last week. I love seven year olds. They’re helpful, sweet, teachable. It’s an awesome year if you’ve got a 7 year old in your house. After … Continue reading
December 20, 2010
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my Christmas angel! She is three years old today and has been a delight every day of her life. We found this crown together last week on a little mother/daughter date. She’s been hiding it under her bed to use … Continue reading
February 12, 2010
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Today marks 201 years since Abraham Lincoln’s birth. While we have a national holiday to celebrate the births of our two great presidents, both with February birthdays, we celebrate each one separately in our family. Valentines Day is sandwiched between … Continue reading
February 11, 2010
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My grandma turned 80 years old this week. I had a hard time thinking of a simple, inexpensive, but thoughtful thing to do for her until I thought of the numbers. Then it hit me: 8 children, 80 candles. So … Continue reading
December 21, 2009
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Today my daughter is two years old, and a more delightful two year old girl could not be found. She has thoroughly enjoyed the day. The excitement began yesterday, with a visit from her Aunt Kristen and Uncle Jake, with … Continue reading
August 10, 2009
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About a week ago my 3rd daughter turned 5 years old. She had a wonderful day. She’s growing up, and it tugs at my heart a little bit. The last few months have brought a beautiful new sprinkling … Continue reading