His Mercy is New

See You Later, Fran!

Prayer

This week I lost a friend. But, what heaven gained...oh my. Heaven gained one of the most faithful, beautiful worshipers. I know God and Fran are enjoying each other right now. That makes me smile. I am choosing not to say, "good-bye" to my friend Fran. I know I will see her later. I rejoice that Fran is now perfectly healed and praising our Savior face to face. But I'm terribly sad that I won't see her again this side of heaven, and I'm grieving for her precious family...her husband Ed, that ... Read More about See You Later, Fran!

Process Not Product

Crafts with the Kids

Since my heart is overflowing this week, yet I am low on words...I thought I'd share a great post that my friend Ami just put up on her blog.Process Not ProductI think this is sooooooooo important, and I know I lose sight of this from time to time also. The product is not nearly as important as the process! As a former kindergarten teacher, I have done PLENTY of cute crafts that go with themes and units - A is for Apple type thing. :) You know I love some cute crafts. :)But, for their creative ... Read More about Process Not Product

Thankful

Gift List

In everything, give thanks. I'm giving thanks for...quietpeacestillconversationsgirl timeshoppingpraying togetherfinding treasurespraying the Psalmsa husband that makes me laughsleepnew school routinessweet smelling candlesa new pair of earringsair conditioninga little boy who loves all balls and all vehicles :)cute t-ball playersfather and son playing ball in the yardyummy raspberry white chocolate cakemaking plansjoyhopesharing sorrowssharing laughtermercynew every morning#784 ~ 809Join the ... Read More about Thankful

Rain, rain, GO AWAY! :)

Family· Field Trips

Sometimes I love the rain. I really do. :) But, the past several weeks we have had so many of our plans ruined by rain!! Ugggg...so....what do YOU do with your kiddos when they are bursting with excitement about a day at the pool with friends and then you have to cancel because of rain??What are your favorite INDOOR activities that don't cost a lot of money? We're in a small town...there are movie theaters we could go to, but even with matinee prices we would be paying close to $40 for a ... Read More about Rain, rain, GO AWAY! :)

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