It has been 9 years since we got to spend Thanksgiving with my side of our family. My parents hosted the day at their new home…just down the street. We contributed dessert…made mostly by my kids. And, it was so fun to see these cousins playing together and enjoying each other! “Oh give thanks to the Lord, for He is …
Happy 4th Birthday, Rebekah!
My Sweet and Spunky Rebekah! You are loud, energetic, dramatic, and silly. Sitting still and quietly are not your strengths. You do nothing halfway. You have really surprised me this year by pouring that energy and determination into our school days, and becoming an eager and enthusiastic student! You love our Pre-K times, and are flying through the lessons that …
Resurrection Sunday 2017
“Men of Israel, hear these words: Jesus of Nazareth, a man attested to you by God with mighty works and wonders and signs that God did through him in your midst, as you yourselves know— this Jesus, delivered up according to the definite plan and foreknowledge of God, you crucified and killed by the hands of lawless men. God raised him …
Bon Anniversaire, Hannah!
Hannah loves all things French. She is constantly checking out whatever books she can find in the library on France: the country, culture, food, and language. So, a (somewhat) “French” or “Parisian” themed birthday party was her obvious choice. We decorated in her favorite colors…pastel turquoise, pink, and purple…with gold accents. We decided to stick with family birthdays this year, …
Happy 12th Birthday, Hannah
Happy 12th Birthday, Hannah! My sweet Hannah girl. How is it that each year seems to go faster than the one before it? You continue to amaze me, as you become more grown up each day. You love being in the kitchen. Baking is your favorite. You made a wonderful chocolate chip pecan pie for our family Thanksgiving, and even …