Blog Nostalgia
In Honor of President’s Day
IN THE SUMMER OF 2010 WE TOOK A FAMILY TRIP TO CHICAGO FOR A FAMILY REUNION. We made a point of going through Springfield, Illinois on our way to the Windy City and it was a day enjoyed by everyone in our family. In honor of President’s Day I wanted to More >
Wordless Wednesday: The Meaning
Grace as a ten pound newborn in the NICU.
I AM NOT SO WORDLESS TODAY…BUT QUIET WITH THOUGHTS. I’m having deep thoughts today. We had a new baby niece come into our lives this week. She’s the first grandchild for my husband’s sister. All in all, a very happy situation. But they More >
Project Pinterest: Craft Storage
THIS YEAR I HAVE MADE A COMMITMENT TO DO MORE OF THE “GOOD IDEAS” IN MY LIFE. THOSE IDEAS WHICH REMAIN SUSPENDED FOREVER IN MY MIND, BUT NEVER USED. Pinterest is a perfect example of that. I love the browsing of cool crafts, neat outfits, and beautiful rooms, but how many More >
Wordless Wednesday: One Year + One Month later
I’VE SAID IT BEFORE AND I’LL SAY IT AGAIN — KID ART IS SPECIAL. As you know, I love kid art. On Friday a drawing appeared on our refrigerator with very little fanfare. It was put under a magnet and quietly waited for someone to notice it. I saw it as we finished More >
My Thoughts on Reading Logs
IF YOU KNOW ME PERSONALLY, YOU WILL REMEMBER THAT I’VE ALWAYS BEEN A READER. I adore reading. I’ve encouraged my children to be readers. I’m convinced that reading is a life skill which will make all things better. I’ve had three very different children, but they all love books in their More >
