Oh my goodness, that little giveaway was so much fun. I have to do that again soon. Your guesses were so hilarious.Curious about what those things actually were?Were they earrings?Nope.Were they musical instruments?Nope.Were the jump ropes?Nope.Writing things?Nope.A feather duster?Oh no!They are......SALAD SERVERS! Easy, huh?Just for fun, I'm giving the winner these adorable salt and … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2009
so cold and so yummy
Snow, glorious snow!Does it have to be that time of year so soon? Didn't we just have winter? Sure does feel like it.Are we the only ones freezing our bee-hinds off?I'm talking ginormous amounts of snow. My kids love playing in the snow. But the last two days have been a little too cold, even for them. They bundle up in their winter woolies and head outside...it … [Read more...]
an aching mommy heart
Some days there really are no words to express what is in my heart. Ever had those days? Days when you can literally feel the weight of the world on your shoulders.Today I feel so heartbroken. You see, we often hear people saying that they think what we are doing to bring Hailee home is some great thing. Yeah well, that's fine. But we really just let it go. The reason … [Read more...]
too darn funny
Oh my goodness, you guys are way too funny. We have had so much fun reading all your guesses on my sneaky little giveaway yesterday.Hilarious!It seems I made it very tricky. Huh?I will tell you this....Chopsticks are definitely NOT African--we actually prefer to eat with our hands, thank you very much. What in the world is a rain stick?Oh, and if I was going to give you drum sticks--I … [Read more...]
a sneaky little giveaway
Many of you may remember that back in May I took my two oldest sons with me on a very quick, in-and-out trip to South Africa. It was a fabulous time--way too short for our liking, but we were so thankful for the seven days we got to spend with my family. Such a blessing.While in Africa, I bought a few sweet little things that represent my country of birth.I have held onto a few of … [Read more...]
mission impossible
All I wanted was just one decent picture of all my kids together. Just one. That's all. I mean, surely it wouldn't be that difficult to get five kids to look at the camera and smile at the same time.Surely? So we set out to get our pictures taken. A lovely Christmas gift for family far away. All the grandchildren smiling and look oh so happy. What a great … [Read more...]
I know He cares
Of this I am sure today--He cares!When I feel like God has left the building...that still, small voice reminds me that...He cares!When life just makes no sense and prayers seem unanswered, again I am reminded that...He cares!I know He cares, because every day, in every way, He does things to remind me. And this has been one of those weeks when I have really needed reminding. We have a very loved … [Read more...]
she’s so special
Sweetest Haven,I can hardly believe that today is your ninth birthday. It seems like it was just yesterday that we celebrated your eighth birthday--you had just been home about 3 weeks. Time just flies.Today you are nine! Weighing almost 40 pounds, you sure are a teeny, tiny nine year old. You still wear size five and six clothes. But, you are growing, and that is … [Read more...]