Our Josie is 17 today. In the 17 years of mothering her, I have learned a lot about myself as well as her dad because there are days it's like I'm either looking in a mirror or looking directly at Joe. Josephine Elisabeth came into the world easily, by far the easiest delivery. However, her life ... Read More about Shining Bright While Sharing the Spotlight
Golden Girls
The twins are 9 today. 9 on the 9th, to be exact. We have been celebrating accordingly with a little party with sweet friends at the pottery place; with cinnamon rolls, presents, and FaceTime with college sister this morning; a pumpkin patch visit this afternoon; and a dinner party with cake and all ... Read More about Golden Girls
20 Years: In sickness and in health; for richer, for poorer; in gray basketball shorts or leather pants
Once upon a time, there was a young woman who would change herself in subtle ways for each new boyfriend she had. Little ways, but enough to lose herself a little bit in each relationship. From music choices to hobbies, that girl tried it all out to try to fit in. That was until she met ... Read More about 20 Years: In sickness and in health; for richer, for poorer; in gray basketball shorts or leather pants
Our Sunshine
As I ran this morning down our extremely dusty road, I couldn't help but chuckle. 14 years ago, it was wet. And when I say wet, it was almost like build an ark and call it a day wet. Now, it's praying to the Lord for at least a drop of something. Anyway, 14 years ago last night, Joe came into the ... Read More about Our Sunshine
The King
It's a lot when you're the only boy in a sea of girls. There are the constant suggestions, the not-so-gentle reminders and the incessant talking and talking and talking. In a big family, a spring birthday is also a lot. This year in particular, our calendar is full of so much good and so many big ... Read More about The King