2012: The Year in Review
As I sat at home last night with the family watching the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, I could not help but think that this was not how New Year’s Eve was supposed to be. The boys were not supposed to...
View Article25 Things
I was in bed tonight the other night could not sleep. It was one of those moments where thoughts were racing through my head. I tried to stop them, collect them, and control them. When that did not...
View ArticleA Valentine’s Day
Because sometimes pictures can tell the story of the day, that is how I will share our Valentine’s Day. It was busy, beautiful, and fun. We made homemade Valentine’s for all of their friends....
View ArticleDouble Digits
Today at 11:16 am, my oldest boy is 10. That is double digits, which is the number that I have been fighting against since he was born. But, something magical happened the closer that it got to today....
View ArticlePrayers and Hugs
This morning as I read the news, I could not help but think of my babies. I am ready for them to wake up, to give them a morning hug, and to squeeze them extra tight. I am thankful that I have a job...
View ArticleSummer 2012: Having Fun One Day at a Time
As I sat down to work on our Summer 2013 bucket list, I decided to review what all we did in the Summer of 2012. Looking through all of the pictures made all of the memories come flooding back. I...
View ArticleSummer of Fun 2013
Just as we did in 2012, we decided to create a Summer Fun List for 2013. In addition to the list, I wanted to try to have a little schedule so that we could easily pick things off of the list to go...
View ArticleSummer of Fun 2013: Attend a June Wedding
There is something magical about weddings. I cannot hear the wedding march without tears immediately appearing in my eyes. Watching two people begin a new life together is simply beautiful. Knowing...
View ArticleSummer of Fun 2013: Go on a Hike (Big Bend National Park)
When we were planning our Summer Fun List, I knew that Sean and Gabriel had a special trip planned. Once or twice per year, they take a little trip with two other dads and their sons. We have known...
View ArticleWhen I’ve Had a Bad Day…
Yesterday was a really bad day. It is not often that I allow myself to have a bad day. I honestly try to see the positive in every situation. Yesterday, though, it was really, really hard to see...
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