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Chocolate-Dipped Valentine Rice Krispie Treats
In honor of Valentine’s Day and a classroom full of sweet 4th graders, Madison and I made these: For all the gourmet desserts that exist in this crazy world, why is it that Rice Krispie Treats hold such appeal? One … Continue reading
Posted in Celebrations, Creativity, Family, Homemaking, Uncategorized
Tagged In the Kitchen, Recipes, Valentine Treats
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What to Do About Valentine’s Day {Gift-Giving Gone Wild}
An e-newsletter came to my inbox earlier this week that has me scratching my head a bit. (You know me and my churning thoughts. Yeesh.) Here was the headline for the first article: HINT AND RUN: How to subtly suggest … Continue reading
Posted in Celebrations, Uncategorized
Tagged Celebrations, gift-giving tips, holidays, Valetine's Day
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How to Slow the Season
Today is the first day of December. In 25 days we will be celebrating in homes all across the country. Those of us who claim to follow Christ are supposed to be celebrating His birth. But, I wonder if we … Continue reading
What I Learned While the Boys Were in Africa
Our boys have returned from Africa! They had an amazing week of ministry. But, they were definitely missed. Madison and I are so happy to have them back. I suppose that’s a good sign, right? That we missed them and … Continue reading
Posted in Celebrations, Faith, Family, Missions
Tagged Celebrations, Family, Missions, Travel, Welcome Home
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After Easter: A Letter to My Kiddos
Dear Kiddos of Mine, I see you there as we open the eggs and recount The Story. I hear you as you expound on the details. You know so much of it already. About the donkey and how Jesus came … Continue reading
Posted in Celebrations, Faith, Mothering
Tagged Easter, Faith, Parenting, Resurrection Eggs
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In Honor of Fondue
Did you know that Monday was National Cheese Fondue Day? Yes, it’s true. National Cheese Fondue Day. (Sidenote: who decides these “national days”? Seriously people. Who?) And did you know that, in honor of this profound and momentous occasion, Melting … Continue reading
Naming the Year
It’s the third or fourth time I’ve sat down to do it. To evaluate and ponder my 2010. To look ahead to 2011. Each time is the same. My mind is restless. Bouncing from one thought to another. “I need … Continue reading
The Best Gifts
Gifts. We talk about them a lot at Christmas. We wrap them up and decorate them pretty. But, I wonder if some of the best ones aren’t under the tree at all. Perhaps the most precious gifts are the moments. … Continue reading
Inserting the No-Comparison Clause
The comparison game. It’s a soul-killer and a joy-stealer. And yet we are so prone to it. Always measuring ourselves against others. Wondering if we measure up… If we have what it takes… No good can come of it. Either … Continue reading
A Different Kind of Tree
As I write, the reds and golds of November are fading. The trees have released them and they float to the ground so that their colors now blanket the earth. Crunchy under our feet as we walk to school. Scooped … Continue reading
Posted in Celebrations, Gratitude, Homemaking
Tagged Celebrations, Gratitude, Homemaking, Thanksgiving
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