~~~~~~~ 1 ~~~~~~~~~~ We bought a crucifix as a ‘love’ gift to each other. (early Valentine’s) Steve’s been wanting one for a long time. Did I mention we’re not Catholic? We are Lutheran however, and Lutherans tend to embrace and appreciate the historicity of christian symbols. We just hung ours up and I’m just a [...]
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I’m on a quest to read 52books in 52weeks this year.I just finished ‘Amusing Ourselves to Death’ by Neil Postman: a great read about the powerful and denigrating influence television has had on our culture. I heartily agree with his assertions and yet I full well intend to watch “Lost” tonight instead of engaging in [...]
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The day has come. She’s leaving and I can’t stop it. She’s promises that since she’s only moving an hour away, it’ll still be the same. And in some ways, I know she’s right. But the comfort of having her here right beside me has been one of life’s sublime blessings for me. And since [...]
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I didn’t write this on Friday, but it is kinda funny. Here’s what I started singing when Taylor agreed to let me cut his hair: “I got skillz….they’re multiplYing….and I’m loooooooosing contro-ol….for the power you’re supplYing …It’s ELECTRIFYING”. I sang it all night long. Then I tried to find my Grease video. Meanwhile, he sat [...]
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Edited to add: I’m joining Kelly’s Show us Your House Party. Click here to see more decorating and home ideas. I did this project in January and already want to change it. I. am. so. fickle. We’ll get to the laundry room soon, but let me show you a few details that you might miss [...]
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I have been privileged in this life to have a sister (Gina) and a cousin who functions for all intents and purposes like a sister (JamieKnoxville). I guess that gives me two sisters. And today is Jamie’s birthday. So in her honor I give you a little peek into our shady past. She sent me [...]
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Don’t mind me. I’m just gonna practice my resizing skillz in photobucket……. My little baby Grace is not a baby anymore…. I know you’re gonna think I’m biased, but Taylor’s band has a new CD out….which is not yet available for purchase…but which I have downloaded onto my iPod…..oh.my.word. It is fantastic. I love ‘running’ [...]
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I decided to join in on Ann’s Food on Friday’s party and show you my Beef Enchiladas. You must try this recipe. Your family will crown you with many crowns. And rise up and call you blessed. You can start how you like, but I’m gonna slice a little piece of this homeade Jalapeno [...]
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Melissa, at the Inspired Room is hosting a link series called A Beautiful Life. I didn’t write this post for that, but after I read her blog this morning, I thought it seemed appropriate. Thank you for hosting Melissa and for always giving us inspiration. Today was by far the lowest point in my homeschool [...]
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I am absolutely in love with my new blog!!!! My blog is a girl, BTW, and her name is Grace. And Grace just got a brand new look. She got her hair colored and her nails done and a brand new dress from Anthropologie. And the cutest Coach purse you’ve ever seen. So while Lyndsay [...]
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and I like cowboy boots, C.S. Lewis, good food, strong coffee, banjo music and books. I am a deeply flawed momma of 4 and grateful receiver of more good gifts than one heart can hold. I fight for joy and find it in the most unexpected places. I make quirky look normal, relish in my small town Southern way of living, and am learning that it's all grace--every last bit of it. Read More Here...
