Spills Schmills!

Do you know that sound of running water…coming from a room that should not have such a sound? Like my living room. My little one spilled his drink. As soon as I heard that sound, I knew what happened. And was instantly irritated at the mess waiting for me. I grunted and clenched my teeth […]

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Not My Pillows!

Nothing stays in its place in this home. For someone who enjoys begs to stay somewhat organized, this can drive me batty. Cars are one example. We have about 500 matchbox cars. I’m not exaggerating. I’d count them for you, but that would mean I’d have to find them all. And I’m not into self-punishment. […]

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I’m Pretty Well Covered, Thanks!

I almost didn’t write a post this week. Until, when I left the grocery store tonight, a man blessed me. I wondered…Why? Post ideas flittered through my head all weekend, but nothing stuck. I knew I could pull some pre-written, partially complete posts and finish them, but they weren’t pulling at my heart at the […]

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I Need My Step Stool!

I wish my toddler would stop growing. I was watching him tonight pull his step stool to the sink so he could brush his teeth. He has to stretch his toes to reach the faucet. And I thought to myself, Please don’t get any bigger. He’s at this sweet stage right now, where his pudgy […]

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Dear Heaven-Kept Child…

Sold the crib today. It reminded me that I’m officially not having more children. It also reminded me that I actually had three, not two. Trying to get pregnant is exhausting! You do silly things despite the fact that they’re complete myths. Get those legs up, can’t hurt to use a little gravity – don’t […]

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