I read an old post this morning from a dear friend, Barbie, at My Freshly Brewed Life. While she might have written it months ago, it struck such a chord in my heart today. If you are a blogger I challenge you to jump over there and read it. It’s titled Building Community. With the conviction of her heart-felt words I… Read More
Archives for December 2011
Books I Read in 2011
When The Nester asked “what books have you read in 2011” it took me by surprise. Not in the way of “oh my goodness, I haven’t read that” but in the way of “wow, how can I remember what I’ve read?” While I reflected back on what I had read or what I could remember I had read, I was… Read More
Best Blog Posts of 2011 {for some reason or another}
What are you doing this week before the kick-off of 2012? For the most part I am slowing down and reflecting as I sip multiple cups of coffee. Reflecting on where I’ve been, what was accomplished in 2011, and how I met or didn’t meet those goals I set just 365 days ago. But at the same time there’s much… Read More
When Christmas Finally Came
Ever have one of those years when the spirit of Christmas never dwelled within your heart? Or try as you may with gifts and decorations, the season never settled in your home? Well, let’s just say that has been my Christmas season this year. I’m not sure why the disconnect. I guess it could be a number of things: –… Read More
The Engagement {part 4 – babblings from the morning of}
It’s here! It’s the morning of the BIG proposal and there are a gazillion thoughts and emotions running through this teary-eyed sappy momma’s mind. While the day will be busy getting all the final preparations made and setting up for the surprise celebration, my thoughts wander. How did he grow up so fast?Is he ready for marriage?What will the future… Read More
The Engagement {part 3 – keeping the secret}
“Mom, I need you to keep this ring and hide it!” As my son handed me the gift bag with the ring in it, more emotions lept from my heart. I think on the inside I was screaming, “NO. You know I’m not that responsible. I can’t find things I use every day, much less hide something and find it… Read More