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Today did not go as we planned.  We woke up this morning and got ready to head into worship team practice.  Got the six kids out the door wi...

It's been quite a day today.  This morning I decided I better go plant the last flowerbed.  I had a few bedding plants left over from th...

I love my big sister, I really do, but have you ever noticed that older sisters tend to be just a little on the bossy side.  I know I had to...

...an endless list of gratitude continues... 1001.  soup served up 1002.  loss taken in stride 1003.  quiet bedtime 1004.  voluntary hugs 10...

Is it possible to simply break? Once your heart has been shattered by a hundred tiny instances does one's body follow suit? I sat and ...

Hello, my name is Lani and I'm a project junkie.  I'm beginning to think I need someone to save me from myself.  Seriously!  We are ...

I have to remind myself to post the good stuff, too.  If you go back through my archives you'll find my journey of 1000 gifts, little bi...

Yesterday was re-entry day.  C had been at a friend's house for a few days and we enjoyed some blessed 'normalness'.  The friend...

It's Monday morning and most of the kiddos are at home on their Easter break.  We have a few extra friends around as well. So it's a...

Things that made me smile and give thanks today.... - a teaparty with my little girl (she set it all up) - the 14 year old brother who joi...

Today our whole family was home together without any extras, we didn't have any meetings or appointments, just us....all together...in o...

I have felt the conviction of the Lord on this one.  When I saw the video for the song, "Friday" sung by Rebecca Black I agreed wi...

I am at home alone this wintery Sunday morning.  I have been sick all week and didn't feel the need to spread my germs any further.  I h...

Snow is falling outside my window today.  It's the pretty, soft, floaty kind of snow that gives you that warm, fuzzy feeling.  Particula...

Alright blog friends, Today is Friday, the beginning of the winter break and time to relax!  Actually I won't be relaxing all that much...

Today I got to dance with a princess....

I have already completed a list of 1000 gifts but on this wonderful day I think it is time to continue the journey... gifts for a Valentine...

A week or two ago we were at a friend's house for supper.  They have a lovely home and warm hospitality.  As we sat down to eat I notice...

A few people have been asking for this recipe, since it's probably easier to copy it from here than me sending out a dozen e-mails I...

I've posted before that our life with our #2 son is more than a little difficult.  We have had to make difficult decisions to ensure our...