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Another Gift…

A beloved baby.

Our family is elated to share that we are expecting!  My sweet McKaela is going to be a big sister.  We are in the throes of packing and moving into a new home and are quite excited for the new season and adventures ahead of us.… Read More

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Move Over Perfection, Make Room for Excellence

Striving for excellence motivates you; striving for perfection is demoralizing. — Harriet Braiker

As the oldest child in my family and with a very real and innate desire to please and excel, I think perfectionism will always be a thorn in my side.… Read More

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Feeding a Toddler…The Continuing Saga

The more I live, the more I learn. The more I learn, the more I realize, the less I know.  –Michel Legrand

As many of you know, I have a lively little girl who has added more joy to our lives that we ever imagined possible.  … Read More

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Owning Weakness, Finding Strength

One click.  It was gone.  Gone.  The Honors presentation I had spent long hours creating had vanished.  I had closed out without saving my powerpoint and what remained was a rough skeleton of a presentation. Stunned, I couldn’t believe it.  Didn’t want to believe it.  … Read More

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The Power of People

 

“Show me your friends and I will show you your future.”

 

Have you ever heard that statement?  My youth pastor was known for making that proclamation and it always stuck with me.  That little piece of wisdom has dramatically influenced how I make friends and whom I choose to place in my close, inner circle.  Read More

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Unique Mason Jar Gifts that Don’t Disappoint

As the daughter of a teacher, it is not uncommon to walk into my parents home during the holidays and see an array of cookies, cakes, candy, cupcakes and sweets galore!…  Think Willie Wonka, the home version! The kids in her classroom, and their mothers, ADORE her and shower her with gratitude and edible gifts.  … Read More

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