Twelve years. “There were changes and moves, rough roads and smooth, with the shifting seasons of time. Through laughter and tears, triumphs and fears, we treasured each day of life. ‘Cuz He knew you were just what I needed, to make me more like Christ. To love with abandon, to…
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Tough ‘n Tender turns 5
He calls himself “Apple Boy” I used to call this sweet face “Youngest” on the blog, but then he was promoted (or bumped) from that status. I tried to come up with just the right nickname for him. Tough ‘n Tender (or TNT for short) seems just about right. This…
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Because you have prayed.
I really enjoy studying the Bible, especially using the inductive bible study method. However, prayer is not something I feel very disciplined in. I have a good friend who is committed to prayer. I asked her how to get better at praying. She suggested choosing a prayer trigger (like water),…
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The Scurry and Hurry, the Drop and Plop, and the need to Be Still this Summer.
I was recently reminded how frantic summers in the Midwest can feel. We wait over 6 months, or more, for warmer weather, and then, when it finally comes, we freak out with glee… and try to cram as much outdoor fun as we can into 3 months or so. It…
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The Cost and the Call
I am a part of a great facebook adoption group. Recently our administrator posed a question to us, “What is one thing you wish people understood about adoption?” This is how I answered, “Don’t let the cost keep you from the call.” What I mean is, if God calls you…
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Fumbling, Pondering and Living Life.
First of all congratulations to Rachael! She is the winner of the Mary Kay product from Linda, from the Day #17 giveaway. I hope you all had a beautiful Mother’s Day with loved ones. My week-long blogging hiatus was good; good and hard. It was not hard to take a…
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