There are days, and even sometimes weeks, where the word well runs dry. Anyone who writes knows this parched-ness and most of us fear it. For me, I sort of embrace it and recognize that during the times of dryness I am more involved in the real world and choose not to pull away. If you are a writer you know what I mean. Sometimes the pull to bury my head in words is so strong that I can be neglectful of the other joy giving things in my … [Read more...]
More Kids Equals More Fun
I was told my doctors that I would never have any children, so the fact that we were blessed with two in spite of my reproductive issues has always filled me with much gratitude and awe of God's grace. This week I have had six children...well, at least I have had four extra's in my home. To get the rest of the story and consider a challenge I am throwing out to you, join me over at Family Matters Blog where I am guest posting today! … [Read more...]
College Freshman Tips
The weeks have rolled by into months...and I have survived my oldest daughter going off to college. I have learned a few things along the way. There are many emotions that have hurled through my heart and head over the last few weeks. Excitement for my daughter at what lies ahead, sadness for me as I miss her deeply, concern for her brother who is so very close to her and alarm for my husband who at times has looked like a sad ten year old … [Read more...]
Boys N Cars
I am sure you have had heard it said (or learned personally) that teenagers can be a major source of frustration. While that is true, they can also be a major source of insight – and are frequently wiser than we give them credit for. Adults strive to figure out teenagers and why they think and act the way they do. Since one of my delights is to speak into the lives of teenagers, I observe and do mom research by interacting, listening and … [Read more...]
Simple Delights
Horses that come running when they see me walk out to the barn. A luna moth that comes to visit and hangs out on my porch. Gratitude for all that God has given...unmerited grace. Roses that seem to continuously bloom. Whispers of truth that drown out the lies. A 15 year old son that opens the door for me. Receiving a text from my 18 year old daughter in college that says, "You're cute." Crisp fall air and warm flannel … [Read more...]
Horse Prayers
Hey Friends - I am quite preoccupied right now as I am caring for one of our horses...Dot. She has an abscess in her hoof and she is in lots of pain and hobbling around and it is awful and I am at my wits end trying to relieve her and help! I have logged many hours caring for ill children and pets, but a 1,000+ pound mammal that lives in a barn out back presents a whole new set of challenges. Even in her pain she is still a sweet horse, … [Read more...]
Ran-Ram (Random Ramblings)
It's been awhile since I just "let it fly" with some "R n R" random bits of mom thoughts, that are at times filled with wisdom...or not. I can always tell when my children are sick because their eyes are not quite right. My daughter looks absolutely adorable when chatting on FB facetime. Trying to get people to follow your blog is kinda silly, they either will or they won't - just share your heart, the rest is up to God! When editing … [Read more...]
Sneak Out Of Your House Dare
Psst...I have a dare for you. Find a quiet MOMent, make sure everyone else in your home is doing something that will keep them busy. Sneak out of the back door of your home. Sit on the back step, or porch, or right on down in the grass. Look around you. Listen carefully. What do you see? What do you hear? Me? I see - trees, leaves and branches rustling in the wind, grass, strewn branches, bright sunlight, my … [Read more...]
Tilapia Made Easy (and yummy!)
There are some amazing women out there on the Internet who put a whole lot into their meal preparations for their families ... and then there is me. I've been a mom for eighteen years and I have cooked a whole lot of meals and I have made an art form of cooking good meals the simple way! The fewer ingredients the better. I invent recipe's all the time because I basically take the foods and flavors my family enjoys and I … [Read more...]
Fruit Fly Catcher
I am being driven slowly into madness. By fruit flies. They are evil. Tiny red eyes evil. Taking over my home evil. Making me crazy evil. (Yes, there are worse things...but they really are causing me much angst.) Then a dim memory flashed. My parents gave me something they called a fruit fly catcher that they purchased from a Kentucky State Park. After a flurry of activity I found said fruit fly catcher, found out … [Read more...]
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