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First time in an ambulance

On Saturday, we were celebrating Brian’s birthday. Mom invited us to sneak out to get his birthday present (a new pair of boots!) and when we returned we had Brian’s favorite homemade subs and Derby Pie. It was delicious! Mary Alice had been sick all week,...

The Oldest, Isn’t she lovely

People ask me all the time what she is like at home. Is she really as lovely as she seems? Yes, yes she is. When I gave birth to my sweet Julia Tirion, I remember them handing her to me. I always thought my babies would have blonde hair, light eyes, and fair skin,...

EASTER PHOTO SHOOT 2017

All I wanted for my birthday this year was pictures of all five kids together. I wanted everyone, smiling, happy for ten minutes. It doesn’t sound like a lot, but some days, to have everyone getting along feels like running a marathon. Not that I would know how...

A miracle for you, a miracle for me

Oh sweet Sebastian. You turned one month yesterday. Time is such a mysterious fellow. I’m exhausted, but yet I blink and it’s been a month. I’ve been perplexed at your arrival. I’m not supposed to be able to have children biologically anymore....
Easter Resurrection Rolls

Easter Resurrection Rolls

Make these Easter Resurrection Rolls part of your family tradition. I just love traditions that help your children understand bigger concepts in the church. Here we are at Holy Week. One of the most beautiful weeks in the church. How do you explain that the tomb, with...