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Category Archives: service

I Can Do It

Posted on July 18, 2017 by Leah
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My boys were very young when I got divorced.  In some ways it was easier for them that way, as they don’t really have much of a memory of ever living with both parents.  However,  it was initially really hard … Continue reading →

Posted in Ecuador, life lessons, Memories, raising kids, service, teaching kids, top moments, travel, Zach | 4 Replies

Snow Removal 

Posted on February 28, 2015 by Leah
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The other morning I went out to my car to leave. Rob had walked me to the porch and was waiting on the porch while I got in my car and pulled out to leave. We have street parking, but … Continue reading →

Posted in life lessons, manners, raising kids, service, teaching kids | 11 Replies

Christmas Traditions

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Leah
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Despite my lack of blogging about things, things happened in the usual Christmas tradition way…. Except, everyone is a year older, so even though “the truth is known”, no one around here minds keeping the spirit of imaginary alive. And … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas, holidays, Memories, Quiet Elfie, service, Traditions | 3 Replies

"The Best Day"

Posted on December 9, 2012 by Leah
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The other day Rob signed up for doing some volunteer work at at our local Bishop’s Storehouse.(A Bishop’s storehouse is a place that houses food and necessities for those in need and is run by our church. It’s basically a food bank). … Continue reading →

Posted in 10-10-10, daily life, Gabe, Rob, service, values, Zach | 2 Replies

Quote of the Week

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Leah
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“First observe, then serve” Linda K. Burton I loved this cute little saying when I heard it at conference last week. And it tied right into a group that I have running for work, as well as the Family Home … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Week

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Leah
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“If you don’t like your lot in life, then build a service station on it”.I read this quote this week on someone else’s blog and it jumped out at me. I think it’s a good lesson. When we feel things … Continue reading →

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Pay it Forward

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Leah
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This link was passed along on Facebook the other day and I thought it was a great example of “paying it forward” and how we should be aiming to live every day (not just at Christmas time). I showed it … Continue reading →

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I am a Mom, Stepmom and wife who by day also doubles as a Speech Language Pathologist in private practice. I started this blog because I want to document our journey as a family as we grow, change and continue to “blend” into our blended family. This is the place where I share the amazing adventures of raising my flowers and skids. Click Here for more.

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