I remember the first time it happened at work! I naively opened what should have clearly been identified as a chain email. Yet, I jumped straight in and read about the woman that saved her most precious gifts for a “special day.” That day never came before she passed. The family found the expensive perfume …
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How To Find Peace
It is no surprise that so many of us are embracing movements of minimalism, decluttering, and organization, especially in our homes. It reflects that need for peace and order in what feels like a chaotic world. The idea that external clutter and internal chaos go hand in hand is not new. Promotion of simple living …
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Why Have the Heart of a Disciple.
“…Martha welcomed them into her home. Her sister Mary sat on the floor, listening to Jesus as he talked. But Martha was the jittery type, and was worrying over the big dinner she was preparing. She came to Jesus and said, “Sir, doesn’t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while …
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My Dream Kitchen 2.0
Over 10 years ago, my blogging was a way to update our family and friends on the status of our family sprinkled with some ah-ha life lessons and a ton of family pictures. Our blogging journey began unexpectedly and suddenly with the birth of our son Peter. The first week of his life he was …
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A Baby! …. with Down Syndrome?!
Your friend, sister, neighbor, acquaintance just had a baby! YAY! How exciting! Oh…..and the baby has Down syndrome? OH! Often hearing the news of a prenatal or post-natal diagnosis of Down syndrome, or any other form of disability, can leave us speechless. Not knowing what to say means we say nothing at all. I have …
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