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When Harry Met Sally At Our House

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It was the beginning of a beautiful relationship. After the mating ritual on this very spot Sally single-handedly single-beakedly built their home. She gave birth to their children and awaits their...

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Apr
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Screaming In The Storm

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Michelle has chosen me as one of the first recipients of her Singing In The Rain award. One, I am surprised. Two, I am honored. Three, I am glad she cannot hear daily life in my house. It is way more...

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25
Apr
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This Busy Mom Wins

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After ignoring two comments that were not eligible and inputting information at random.org, the winner of the giveaway for a copy of The Busy Mom's Devotional is Stacey of Not For Profit, But For...

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23
Apr
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Finding Courage Through Sharing And Sometimes Cheating

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Today I am cheating. I cheat lots of days, but please don't tell my boys...it would totally blow the umph of most of my lectures. My friend Michelle of In The Life Of A Child begins her monthly blog...

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23
Apr
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Found On Dad's Cell Phone

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Visit Wordless Wednesday at 5 Minutes for Mom.

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21
Apr
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A Boy Kind Of Day

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With my boys every day is Earth Day. They play in dirt and water and sunshine and ask, "Mom, why do grown-ups pollute the Earth?' Enjoy our planet....love our planet...respect our planet.

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21
Apr
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Sitting On A Blanket Beneath The Trees

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How much longer might I hold onto them? Time grows short for... ...snuggling with stories ...going for ice cream ...lying in the grass ...blowing bubbles ...skipping stones ...holding hands in public...

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Apr
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Looking For A Busy Mom, Know One?

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Busy mom, is that you? Stop it. Stop that hysterical laughter...I knew the answer before asking the question. Seriously, stop laughing and listen. Will you listen if I tell you there is a giveaway?...

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17
Apr
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When We Can Help Others, We Should

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If you have been a reader of Slurping Life during the past year, you probably know I have a soft spot in my heart for Parker. Parker is an adorable little boy with Down Syndrome, but that isn't an...

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17
Apr
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Winner, We Have A Winner

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And random.org says she is Rhonda of A Mother's Heart. Waving to you, Rhonda. Pop me an email with your mailing address and the book is yours. Thanks to all who participated. Another blog...

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16
Apr
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Just Breathe

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Spring is here. Therapy appointments, canceled. Reading, 'riting, 'rithmetic, canceled. "Go. Take these bags. Gather nature. Pick up hints of spring. Be happy." Yesterday those were my words to the...

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15
Apr
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Boy Treasure ~ Wordless Wednesday

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Been missing the photography fun of Wordless Wednesday...thought I would join in again.

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14
Apr
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The Young Man Was (somehow) Raised Right

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Despite being a lab experiment of young parents, it appears our oldest son turned out to be quite the well-adjusted, romantic man. You may have heard that last week he and his girlfriend went to...

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13
Apr
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Shedding

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Little boys' springtime heaven... fishing with dad shedding shirts and boots running screaming into the lake... What is springtime heaven in your world?

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13
Apr
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Blog Tour and Giveaway

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The blog tour with a giveaway and a contest continues through midnight Wednesday, April 16.

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13
Apr
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Eight Hours On A Golf Course With Boys Bearing Weapons

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"Hi. My name is Wil. I'm our team's adaptive golfer." That is how Wil greeted each and every person he came face to face with at Monday's golf tournament. An adaptive golf tournament is held annually...

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Apr
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Talking About Marriage and A Giveaway

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Tricia Goyer is the author of twelve books including From Dust and Ashes, My Life UnScripted, and the children's book, 10 Minutes to Showtime. She won Historical Novel of the Year in 2005 and 2006...

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06
Apr
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A Baby, A Golf Tournament and Disney World

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No real reason why this was chosen as my Best Shot Monday. Maybe because it is all I have. This week we are on spring break. Here's the scoop... We will not be adopting the baby girl of our dreams as...

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Apr
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Awareness ~ Autism and Child Abuse

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April is Child Abuse Awareness and Autism Awareness Month. Both issues have deeply affected our family. My boys are beautiful children with loving spirits, and I cherish who they are...all things...

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03
Apr
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Pen and Paper Addiction

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The pen must feel just so within the grasp of my fingers. It must glide smoothly, interrupted across recycled paper. The paper must reflect a beauty of soft tints. Nothing, nothing sparks my...

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