I had to laugh the other day as a dear friend expressed a comment that someone had said to her, when she had told them our family was about to have baby #8. “Well, I guess at that point, it’s like shelling peas …” Hmmmm. Well, let me just say- with a smile and some […]
Our family has some sweet news to share … ❤ We will be a family of ten this fall! God has blessed us richly with the anticipation of a new baby in early October. The girls were absolutely delighted when we told them …we set up a treasure hunt with clues throughout the house […]
When a chilly winter night causes your upstairs to be so chilly that no one wants to take their baths, what does a momma do? Drag a tub inside and fill it with hot, soapy water and set it by the wood cookstove. Yes, another reason I love the cookstove. It keeps hot water in […]
Could a little baby be more love? I think no. What a special day, celebrating Lazarus’ first birthday. A simple gathering. Good food. And lots of hugs and snuggles for our little boy. Nothing brings out his smile like his sisters! The girls made his cupcakes and icing, decorated them and make the […]
“I am beginning to learn that it is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all.” -Laura Ingalls Wilder Lazarus is 11 months old today. Lyla prayed and prayed for a little brother and her prayers were answered in due time. She was so excited when she […]
