So much controversy this little Elf can bring! The web is buzzing – just like it was last year, with the lovers and the haters of the Elf on the Shelf. I happen to be a lover of our little elf, Quiet … Continue reading
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Music to my ears. My Mom sent me this little article by a Pastor, David McGee, that she found online entitled: Jesus was part of a blended family. At first I thought it was a joke , but then I read it. … Continue reading
I remember writing a post a while ago about motherhood, and how it changes everything! It even changes the way you tell time. Noon is no longer just noon; it’s, “I wonder if the kids have eaten yet and are outside … Continue reading
The kids (Zach in particular) have been begging us to go to the Science Center. It is actually really hard to find the time to go between all the activities, and time when we are all together. This Saturday, Zach … Continue reading
I love our Christmas traditions! I talked about our favorite ones here last year. We always start the season off with watching “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Since we don’t have all the kids next weekend (first weekend in December), we … Continue reading
Gorgeous sunset in my rear view mirror Gabe’s turn for dinner The yummy dnner he made! Sunday afternoon playing Risk “Our book” Date with Josh shopping and cupcakes and hot chocolate! He lives for sweets And truly enjoys every bite … Continue reading
I love Nina Simone and Rob will often have her music playing in the background while we get dinner ready. I have a couple of favorites that she sings. One is called “Ne Me Quitte Pas” (Please Don’t Leave Me), … Continue reading
Over the years we have really tried to be teaching our kids about money (it’s an ongoing process of course): the value, how to save, how to stay out of debt, how to be responsible with it. Hence why I … Continue reading
While I usually try to stay quite positive on my blog, as this is a history for my children, I also want this blog to be about our journey and struggles with being a blended family, and the things I … Continue reading