We had the best week with our families last week! We got to meet new family members (sweet little Lily and her big sister Addie) and spend time with family that we don't get to see often. It was really such a wonderful visit. We could not wait to hold Lily! And what would a trip to Atlanta be without a Krispy Kreme run? Thanks to Randy's Dad we enjoyed one or five... ... Read More »
Marriage
The power of a Mom’s willingness to let go
It's almost Mother's Day and naturally our thoughts turn towards our own Mothers, Mother-in-laws and our children. In a card I told my Mom that the more I realize how hard motherhood is the more I appreciate her. And I've always appreciated and loved my Mom but more now than ever. I also appreciate my Mother-in-law. It's not that I haven't always loved and appreciated her but ... Read More »
How I met my husband
It was in the seventh grade when my family started attending a new church. It wasn’t long after that I found myself riding on “Big Bertha”, the church bus, and sitting alone because I didn’t know anyone on that youth group outing. About 30 minutes into the ride a cute boy came up to me. I didn't know his name. All I knew was that he was the preacher’s kid. He grabbed a coke out ... Read More »
A 50’s Bride
My Mom said something last week that has stuck with me. She said, “Today’s woman doesn’t seem to enjoy and love being at home like years ago. Instead she appears to be a fast paced, busy, stressed woman on the go.” Gulp! She just described this daughter of hers! But the thing is this: I do love to be at home but I admit that I struggle with managing the busy-ness of life at ... Read More »