Category Archives: Family

Do Not Stand Still….

Well it seems I’m a little late coming to the party this year!  Regardless, I wish each of you a better year than the last. I hope that if you are trying to find that certain someone or something in … Continue reading

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Believing ~ For a Little While Longer

This week I have been thinking of our Christmas season and how glorious it would be to be able to view it once again through the eyes of a child. A child that still believes that a kiss will make a … Continue reading

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A Happy Birthday Song for Hubby!

Today is my hubby’s birthday! There is A LOT I could say on the subject of “him”. But I will keep it short. So to dear hubby: I wish you a Very Happy Birthday! I look forward to the day we can spend more time … Continue reading

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What Do You Want for Christmas?

Since I posted yesterday….and didn’t even KNOW it….I thought today I would do so willingly. 🙂  One set of kids came through in route home yesterday.  As we were driving to see hubby at his store…who….by the way….worked 18 hours … Continue reading

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About Being Thankful

Thanksgiving Eve.  I have typed and deleted my words about five times now.  My heart is thankful, but there are many things that need to change.  Things that I cannot control. So I will dwell on the good.  Blessings beyond … Continue reading

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Our Tree

We moved into our present house in July, five years ago. There was a slight drought going on at the time and the tree in our front yard was dead. The builders agreed they would replace the tree. And they … Continue reading

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Time for a Win~

I captured this billboard as we were driving down Rangeline in Joplin, Missouri last Sunday. My youngest son came to mind.  A die-hard fan of the Chiefs, he is pumped over their winning season. MSSU Lions?  Well~ not so certain on their season. his … Continue reading

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Monday “Mad”ness

In just a few hours….our oldest son, Mad, will turn …well….older! He and his bride live a couple of hours from us, and we had the pleasure of having lunch with them yesterday. Eating, laughing, and catching up.  As we drove away … Continue reading

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The Power of Prayer

Saturday morning my baby boy was in a deer stand somewhere in western Oklahoma. I couldn’t help but giggle at the text message I received from him on my phone.  I’m thankful that my boys believe in the power of prayer. ♥ … Continue reading

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Time Passes Slowly?

Our last couple of days in the Ozarks were spent exploring.  No matter how many times you visit the area, there is always more to discover.  We stayed at a quaint and adorable tree house resort.  We both agreed that we didn’t want to deal … Continue reading

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