Tag: Tip of My Iceberg
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Not My Best Moment

We were having a crowd of family over for an early Father’s Day dinner. Ham, which is never a summer meal, was what I’d chosen–the guys all loved it. But the kids weren’t into ham on a hot day–or any day. So I opted for a pot full of macaroni and cheese to satisfy the…
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It Takes More Than A Village

Four boys over five days. In the midst of miserable heat and lots of rain. Boys who are used to being outside all the time, running wild and free among fields planted with soybeans and corn. I love these four boys. They bring a newness that is fun and funny, with personalities that are unique…
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Grin And Bear It All

The Pennsylvania grands have arrived, and they’ve brought with them the energy of four brothers who are constantly engaging and good-naturedly competing with one another. Ranging in age from eight down to almost two, they vary dramatically in personality and perspective. All of which equals fun. Mac, at five, is the outspoken one of the…
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Day Is Done

Our last night in Arizona was a sweet pause. I sat on the porch with my little sister as we watched the sky turn into a palette of exquisite color. The sugauro cactus silouhetted against such beauty was a reminder of the stark reality of everyday life here–it can get dark and prickly. We’d had…
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Meant To Thrive

Visiting my sisters and brother-in-law in Tucson, I’ve been struck by the unique beauty of a place that looks nothing like home. It feels like a different planet. Arizona landscape has cacti that are unique and native to this dry, hot climate. How does anything grow in this weather? While there, we walked through the…