Nov 21, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Cute Blessings while I wait….

I am (not so patiently) waiting for the arrival of the new tribe member. After having a few babies induced, it has been harder than I expected to wait for this precious little one. In order to maintain my sanity, I think I’ll post some pics of my adorable children. I think it is an excellent way to keep myself busy. Someone was very happy that mommy let him play with the water paint. I’m not... read more

Nov 7, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Reasons to laugh and smile…

“Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content: I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.  I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:11-13 So often throughout my day, my children bring me to... read more

Oct 25, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Anticipation

Waiting…… NaNa was coming for a visit today. Some people in the house were very excited and could not wait to see her. They diligently kept watch out the front window. When her car was spotted in the driveway there was a stampede to the door. NaNa, NaNa, NaNa………  or Nannie. Shh, she doesn’t like that name. Why didn’t I think to take a picture of them with NaNa?... read more

Oct 22, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Such the Gentleman….

Even at a young age, I believe it is possible for a boy to behave as a gentleman. The young lad may be too small to carry in your groceries, hold the door for Grandma or grab an out of reach item for his sister. However, even when his vocabulary isn’t quite up to par, the youngest gentleman can politely ask for an exhilarating round of fencing. Little boy in denim overalls...be still my heart.... We... read more

Oct 11, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Flexibility Leads to Mom of the Year

We have a little tradition in our home. Sunday afternoons we all delight in a special treat of ice cream. With 9 ice cream loving folks in the house, we can put a serious dent in the ice cream supply. Rising grocery prices have caused ice cream to become a Sunday only treat.  It works out really well because we enjoy it all the more! This past Sunday I realized that there hadn’t been a fabulous... read more