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Carried Along

The other morning I froze in my tracks while gathering the trash cans. Coming across the street not 15 feet away was a long sleek momma otter with a baby in her mouth! It had been pouring rain for days … Continue reading

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Breathing Room

Like each previous school year, our house churns and swirls with new schedules and plans for 7 individuals. Its exciting and a tad chaotic, but oh, how I love these people I do life with. With 1 totally on his … Continue reading

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Blessing Your Child

I come from a southern family: 5 generations of my mother’s side were born and raised in Atlanta. Can you say “Daaawlin?” My poor dad didn’t stand a change living anywhere else. According to my maternal grandmother, his loyalties were … Continue reading

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Your Baby

Our 1st baby, and oldest daughter drove south yesterday to join us on vacation. The rest of the family was already gathered, yet it wasn’t complete until she walked through the door. Seeing her smile and knowing she was safe, … Continue reading

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In My Weakness

Purposeful parenting to raise godly kids does not hinge solely on me – and I Thank God sincerely! Just for the record, my husband and I read all the books, listened to teachings, and even followed a parenting program complete with … Continue reading

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Chaos and Clutter

Today, I couldn’t stand it any longer. The mess around here from all the kids and their friends was too much. Am I the only one who seems to see it, the only one apparently who is going to do anything … Continue reading

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Life

Life has taken on a different pace with kids out of school and summer jobs in swing. My workload and hours have shifted like many other stay-at-home moms. I wouldn’t say I’m less busy, or more flexible, it’s just different. … Continue reading

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