the gang (was) all here…the “little things” of the gathering
We thought only Grace was going to be able to come home for Thanksgiving. But in the end, EVERYONE was able to make it. Claire because volleyball ended early (and…
We thought only Grace was going to be able to come home for Thanksgiving. But in the end, EVERYONE was able to make it. Claire because volleyball ended early (and…
Remember those days when your kids would say, “You’re not the boss of me!” and you would smile because really, you kind of were the boss of them? I mean,…
When Max and Abby realized that they were going to be in the VERY SAME CITY as Grace at Christmastime, they got permission to go see that sister of theirs….
We didn’t get all our kids home for Christmas at the same time. Abby’s family had big plans this year that took those two away (and I’m so glad they…
Ok I know: it’s time to move on to Christmas and all that hoopla. It is December 10th after all. Let’s get onto all those glowing lights and peaceful pondering…
Last weekend Dave and I had the opportunity for a little trip to Elle and Carson’s neck of the woods for a pretty special experience: Elle’s first time through the…
Loved “turning the hearts” (Malachi 4:6) this weekend. First turning hearts “to the children” because my niece Emmeline came to town. Oh my goodness, she and Lucy are one of…
Max & Abby came down to visit on a key weekend… A tournament for Claire (where her team won their division…WooHoo!) To surprise this girl for her fifteenth birthday: (all…
Growing up my dad was a pro at the guilt trip routine. And he’s passed that “skill” on to his daughter (much to her childrens’ chagrin…ha!) So it was good…