No Greater Joy Mom

I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. 3 John 1:4

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recently…in pictures

It's been a busy season in our family. The end of another school year. (How can that even be?) Four children playing four different sports in four different locations. Therapies. Projects that need to be completed. Trusting God in all things--even when they don't make any sense. Seeking His heart always! And the beautiful gift of new life added to our extended clan. We just adore sweet … [Read more...]

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new friends

Well, hello there!What's your name?It's nice to meet you, Mr Minion.My name is Harper.  But you can call me Harpy. That's what all my friends call me.Can you come out and play with me, please?On the other side of the fence, okay?There!  That's so much better.Of course we can shake hands!Because that's what friends do, right?I really do like you a lot, Mr Minion.I love making new … [Read more...]

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13 plus 2

It's been a busy week here in our home. We have.....Our first teenager!Plus two adorable new additions to our ever-growing family.We are so super excited about the teen years.And seeing ALL that God has in store for our precious firstborn. This kid is totally awesome!And so are sweet Jasper and Oscar.  They are so much fun.Happy birthday, Connor!  We love you madly.Keep shining for … [Read more...]

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surely every little sister

Needs a big brother in whose steps to walk.Squished hair bows and helmets work well together, Harpy. What can I say? The girl's got style.Never one to be left out of anything at all, Harper sure does think so.Anything they can do, she can do better!Or so she thinks. … [Read more...]

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mindful

We're counting our many blessings. Not because anything amazing or out of the ordinary has happened.But simply because God has us in a season of being mindful.Mindful of who HE is.Mindful of all that He has done in our hearts and in our lives over the last while.Mindful of His ever-present presence--His still, small voice which leads and guides us to new things.Mindful of His … [Read more...]

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big bro, little sis

Okay, Harpy, let me show you something.This, dear little sis, is math.Some days I don't really feel like doing this stuff.  But Mommy says I have to do it.  She says it will make me smart.And you know what, Harpy?YOU are so smart too.There is NOTHING that you cannot do.Here, let me show you how it's done.Oh, you can take a rest.  I know, schoolwork sure is tiring.Yes, I know … [Read more...]

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just a mom

A few days ago I had to fill out some paperwork for something or other.  I sat down, filled it out, and handed it back to the nice lady who worked at the reception desk.  She looked it over and proceeded to ask me a few questions:Birth place?  South AfricaNumber of dependents?  SevenOccupation?  "Just a mom,"  I told her.As soon as the words came out of my mouth … [Read more...]