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Ten Years Ago Today: Part II

by Filed Under: Gratitude, Minnesota Me, Special Events, Spiritual Growth 4 Comments

Ten years ago today I was lamenting the fact that I’d worn a dress that buttons down the back to my 9-day-old baby’s baptism.What kind of crazy, nursing momma wears a dress that buttons down the back? To a formal event? Followed by a reception at your mother-in-law’s?!A clueless nursing newbie, that’s who.Oh honey, you have taught me so much about … [Read more...]

Our Life, Our Sweetness, and Our Hope

by Filed Under: Living Liturgically, Minnesota Me, Moments of Incredible Joy, Motherhood 24 Comments

A year ago today I published the following story—a family favorite—on my blog.A year ago today I had, like, two readers:my husband and my cat.Just kidding.I’m allergic to cats.Anyway, true story. The following really happened and for that reason I’m re-sharing it. (Re-sharing? Recycling? Really. Does it matter?)Here it is.* * * * * * *We have many … [Read more...]

Thinking Outside the (Bird) Box

by Filed Under: Homeschooling, Minnesota Me, Obnoxious Rodents, Real Learning 7 Comments

For the past month and a half, I’ve been lamenting the loss of our wooden bird feeder at the hands—or rather, jaws—of those obnoxious rodents known as squirrels.“I just have to get to store and buy another one,” I murmured wistfully. “I miss all my little birdies.”But did I get around to it?No.(I can be such a birdbrain.)This weekend, the boys went … [Read more...]

We did It

by Filed Under: Family Fun, Keeping It Real, Minnesota Me 4 Comments

By the grace of God and the consumption of lots of coffee, we did it.We survived two weeks of swim camp.I have already talked about how hard the first day was. This next picture pretty much summarizes my feelings throughout the entire 2-week period.You know. Wanting to be in on the action and to be able to just sit and observe your little learners, … [Read more...]

Birthday Blessings

by Filed Under: Blogging, Gratitude, Minnesota Me, Special Events 4 Comments

A beautiful friend has a birthday today!Happy Birthday, Jennie! 35 years young, huh? Well, I've got you beat.You are an amazing mom and a very brave wife. On days when I am feeling sorry for myself, I think of you...and I think of your husband in Iraq...and I find the courage to be braver.Thank you for the gift of you, and for the funny, touching, … [Read more...]