Tag Archives: Family

Meeting the Man in Red

Posted on December 19, 2017 by

Despite his hearty HOHOHO & promises of treats & toys to be left under the tree, many a child can be found desperately trying to escape the lap of the bearded jolly old Saint Nick all decked out in his … Continue reading →

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Memories of Africa

Posted on August 29, 2017 by

It is hard to believe that a year has gone by since my daughter & I set out on an incredible adventure together; a dream we had shared for a number of years to travel to Africa became a reality. … Continue reading →

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Love the Life You’re In

Posted on May 19, 2017 by

Despite our best efforts to embrace each & every day, some days can be more difficult than others, in seeking gratitude for the life we have been given. To love the life we are in. In a world where we … Continue reading →

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Mom’s the Word❤️

Posted on May 11, 2017 by

 When I began this blog 4 years ago, this was one of the first posts I wrote. As we approach Mother’s Day this weekend, I thought it was worth a re-post with a few updates.   May 6, 2013: We … Continue reading →

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Hearts Alone

Posted on April 3, 2017 by

When I met my husband’s family many years ago, I learned very quickly that they were a card playing family.  Euchre was & is their game of choice. Rather stunned to hear I didn’t know how to play, his grandfather … Continue reading →

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Knee Deep In It

Posted on February 22, 2017 by

I found myself in a funny predicament recently when visiting my son, daughter in law & my granddaughter for a few days.  Funny, that is, if you happened to be a bystander watching me & the comedy show that ensued. … Continue reading →

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Family Traditions

Posted on December 22, 2016 by

Many of us practice family traditions, particularly around this time of year.  One we established with our kids from a very young age, was making the annual trek to a local tree farm, in search of the perfect Christmas tree, … Continue reading →

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Our Little LAM

Posted on November 10, 2016 by

For the past 9 months, we have been waiting with great anticipation, for the arrival of our first grandchild. Because our son & daughter-in-law chose not to find out the gender of the baby, we knew not whether this precious … Continue reading →

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Just the Other Day

Posted on September 15, 2016 by

Just the other day, I held you in my arms for the very first time.  I couldn’t have imagined the impact you would have on my life, nor the things you would teach me. Just the other day, I watched … Continue reading →

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Precious Together Time

Posted on August 24, 2016 by

As parents, we hope our children enjoy spending time with us as adults. Let’s face it, growing up, they really have no choice.  Whether we are good company or bad, our kids are stuck with us. Moving into their adult … Continue reading →

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