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The Search for Signs of Spring
It’s beginning! Despite the snow still covering the ground, I see signs of spring: the Northern Cardinals have returned to the Winterberry Bush, so I
Playlist
I’m on my regular neighborhood walk, but this time, I made my perfect playlist before I embark on the journey. I grew tired of putting
Making Life Here Less Appealing
I read something so refreshing in a book I’ve found, Keep a Quiet Heart–the collection of entries by missionary Elisabeth Elliot. She wonders why God
Spring Cleaning
During our Snow Day, we decide to attempt some much needed Spring Cleaning. The girls’ bedrooms feel light and airy with so much taken out
If It’s Snow We’re Having
I put the vegetable dip in the Christmas bowl. I light all the candles. I turn up the heat. I even play a Christmas song.
A Single Ant Who Comes to Visit Me
Every time I sit down to write at my computer, a tiny ant arrives to visit me. I’ve noticed this for a week now. I
All the Jamaican Spices
My daughter brought me two items I wanted from the market in Jamaica: coffee and spices for cooking. She purchased spices for Jerk Chicken, Jamaican
Another Great Question to Ask Your Children
I have a friend who reminds me so much of my sixteen year old daughter. I decide to ask this wonderful friend what helped her
When Your Southern Husband Cooks Dinner
My husband announced that he will cook dinner tonight since he has southern barbecue defrosting from the freezer–sent home from North Carolina. I imagine we’ll