Jan 29, 2012
Literary Variety
With eight children, we have a wide range of interests when it comes to reading material. Not only do areas of interest vary but we cover the spectrum of reading ability. As I was requesting books for our history readings, I remembered a book that I enjoyed as a young child. I recalled memories of reading it to my two oldest children. Had I ever shared this literary treasure with my current little ones? I... read more
Jan 16, 2012
A Hat and The Boys
Caleb was given this fabulous hat by his grandparents. Looks handsome, doesn’t he? I’m not sure where the Traveler was heading….but he politely tipped his hat on his way. Sam snags the hat every now and then….wants to be like his big brother. Adorable,... read more
Jan 13, 2012
Little Miss Martha – One Month
Yesterday, Martha hit the big one month marker. A month has gone by so quickly! She is around 10lbs and will soon be too long for her sleepers. Little Miss Martha (who I lovingly call Goose) is a sweetheart. She is a content little one. She loves to be held up so she can look at all that is going on around her. She is a fabulous sleeper and I am so thankful. And I will confess that she is usually held... read more
Jan 11, 2012
Moments
It seems that my days are wonderfully busy. Most nights I have great plans for life changing blog posts ( ha!) but they never get posted. Odd, eh? Hello, Goose. Thankfully, I do have time to enjoy the moments. The good and the bad. Bad hair day? I’ll take the bad moments because they teach me to appreciate the good. We learn from the bad; they can provide teachable moments. Cherished I love all the... read more
Jan 4, 2012
Sisters
Guess what I hear first thing every. single. morning? “Can I hold Martha?” All the kiddos ask. All day. But Sarah usually meets me at my bedroom door or just climbs into my bed. The girl doesn’t waste time, you know. I just love the gleam in Sarah’s eye. Hmm, I wonder if I should be afraid of what she might teach Martha? Giggle. Be still my... read more
Sweetie ~ Enjoying living life with Eddie and our seven children we have been blessed with.
