It’s the strangest feeling–seeing things clearly for the first time. I’ve worn glasses since the second grade. I’ll never forget the day I put them on. The world around me was completely overwhelming! I could suddenly see people’s faces so …
Pirate Party for Max
For the first post in my Birthday series, I’m starting with Max’s 3rd birthday. A few months before each child’s birthday, I like to scroll through my Pinterest “Celebrate” board and ask them to point out their favorite cakes. Max has been …
Birthdays are for Celebrating
Birthdays are important, you know? I mean, what better way to tell someone “I’m glad you’re alive” than to celebrate the day that he or she was born? It can be a lot of fun to throw an over-the-top birthday celebration …
The Battle Rages
The enemy’s voice isn’t a quiet whisper anymore. We’re nearer the front lines than ever, and it’s louder here. Those once-subtle whispers of “You’ll never get good at this, will you?” and “Your kids deserve a better mommy” that I …
A Tour of our Deputation Home
I fear I may have unwittingly given some of you the hilarious misconception that our deputation travels are a fairy-land of adventurous bliss, relaxing drives and scenic vistas. We have made (and are still making) tons of fun memories over the …
Butterfinger Cupcakes
For Adam’s birthday this year, he got towed. But you can read about that here. This post is about the cupcakes I made to celebrate his 31 years. It’s short. But sweet. 😉 His favorite candy is Butterfinger, so I …
Footprints in the Sand
We lived in the desert for the first 3 years of our married life. Extreme heat, dirt everywhere in all of your windowsills and crevices, the sun beating down mercilessly day after day–but we loved it. We had to love …
What’s Your Isaac?
We all have at least one. An Isaac. Something we hold onto so tightly that we might be willing to turn our backs on God if following Him meant losing it. Never mind that God is the one who gave …
Kite Party for Lily
Our amazing daughter turned 8 last week. Wow, 8 seems so old. We had a kite party. I needed a special picture to use for decorating the party wall, so I dressed her up and told her to jump on the …
Life with Jesus is Sweet
Have you ever seen a child’s face light up at the sight of sprinkles? Give them cake, and it’s a nice treat. Add sprinkles and it just jumped a thousand points on the awesomeness meter. I’m a sprinkle lover myself. …
