During my pregnancy, I spent a lot of time preparing for life with a newborn. Having been through it once before, I thought I had an idea of what to expect. However, it’s just one of those things, like childbirth itself, that you simply can’t…
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Spring at Last?
Read moreWe’ve finally gotten through a couple of weeks without snow. Hooray! I’m hopeful that Spring is finally upon us. It hasn’t been warm exactly, but it’s been warmer. I’ll take it. Last week we took Marina on her very first outing to the park. The…
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Happy Easter!
Read moreFor God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. –John 3:16
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Papa & Marina // these newborn days
Read moreSlowly, slowly. That’s how it is these days. Cherishing every precious moment. This time I know just how quickly they will pass. Time spent in front of this screen will be rare for a little while longer. I wrote out most of her birth story…
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Roman James @ 22 Months
Read moreGrowth & Appearance: You are tall, handsome, strong, and heavy. When stranger’s guess your age, they usually guess that you are three. You have the brightest, bluest eyes and you still have golden blond hair. There is a big extra blond (white) patch on the…
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Pregnancy Update // 38 Weeks
Read moreHow far along are you? 38 weeks. Sleep: Still rough, but I’ve gotten in a few decent stretches of sleep lately. Sometimes my body hits a wall of physical exhaustion and I fall into a deep sleep, despite the pain in my hips & my…
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This Week // 03.12.15
Read more“When life is sweet, say thank you and celebrate. And when life is bitter, say thank you and grow.” –Shauna Niequist, Bittersweet Hello there! How was your week? Mine went by quickly. We’ve been busy checking the final items off of our pre-baby to-do list,…
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Sweet & Simple Baby Shower Favors
Read moreAs I mentioned yesterday, we held my “Sprinkle” over the weekend. It was sweet & simple and I wanted to give out a little thank you to each guest to fit the theme. I had fun assembling these miniature candy bags with love and thought…