Tag: Christianity
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Why Won’t You Grow?
Photo courtesy of Farhad Jafarzadeh on Unsplash I know they look awkward right now, but you have to go through some pretty bad to get to the better. I’m talking about my bangs. I’ve had bangs for the majority of my life. As a child, my mother wasn’t fond of cutting my bangs, so she…
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Love Ya Lots!
Three of our kids and their families live in the Orlando area, so they’re at our home quite a bit. The older ones often drop by for snacks, chats, or just some space where little siblings aren’t running around. I’ve gotten into the habit of telling them as they walk out the front door, “Bye!…
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Let The Celebration Begin!
In a family the size of ours, there are birthdays happening constantly. In August alone, we have five birthdays. That’s a lot of cake, ice cream, and candles. Scout, who just turned five, celebrated with his three brothers and parents in Pennsylvania. He’s smart and sassy, quick-witted, and funny. He’s got a smile that fills…
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Calculated Choices
When kids are introduced to new foods, they’re often cautious, hesitant, and untrusting. They’ve seen what’s been foisted on them before — vegetables, fruit, and things they may question the taste and texture of. Even if the food is fun and sweet. Thea was given a Mickey Mouse ice cream bar, which she looked at…
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Soft Landings
Whenever we’re confronted with new challenges, it’s normal to want a soft landing, to not be in a situation that’s uncomfortable or questionable. Unless you’re throwing yourself onto a pile of pillows, you anticipate something soft and cushy. The kids piled pillows and cushy big pouf bags on the floor, pretending they were on a…
