~This Simply Sunday Post continues the story of my journey through infertility and the adoption of our 2 precious children.Previous entries can be read in our Labor of the Heart Series.~Here’s the Good News about PAIN.Once you’ve experienced it, you will never be the same again.Here’s the Bad News about PAIN.Once you’ve experienced it, you will never be the same again.Stay with me here.You see, my pain is not unique. Many, many couples struggle with infertility and the feelings of loss and ... continue reading...
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Welcome to Inspiration Friday No. 22!
Is it just us, or did this week FLY by?? Of course with Monday having been the 4th of July and Tuesday being the day to recover from the 4th of July, it is no surprise that the end of the week snuck up on us!Before we get to this week's Features, we wanted to let you know how thrilled and honored we are to be guest posting for Judy over at DIY By Design where we are sharing this fun project! Galvanized Magnetic Drop Cloth Art When you are done linking up we'd love you to pay us a visit over at ... continue reading...
In Honor of Our Mother
Our Grandfather and MotherI love my mother as the trees love water and sunshine - she helps me grow, prosper, and reach great heights. ~Terri GuillemetsOur Mother on her wedding day[A] mother is one to whom you hurry when you are troubled. ~Emily DickinsonVanessa and our MomA little girl, asked where her home was, replied, "where mother is." ~Keith L. BrooksVanessa, Heather and MomMother is the heartbeat in the home; and without her, there seems to be no heart throb. ~Leroy BrownlowHeather, ... continue reading...
Simply Sundays…Saint Patrick & Green Beer?
Saint Patrick's Day.It's about Leprechauns right?And Green Beer, Cabbage and Parades.Maybe it's about dying the Chicago River green each year.(source: All images from Wikipedia)I have to be honest here. Until recently I never really knew much about St. Patrick beyond the fact that for some reason we are supposed to have Corned Beef Hash on this particular holiday. Oh, and that my mom used her Clover-shaped Jello mold to make us a special green after dinner treat! So as I set out to research the ... continue reading...
Simply Sundays…Say You’re Sorry!
Welcome to Simply Sundays...At The Picket Fence"Say you're sorry!" I sternly said to him. "Tell your sister, you're sorry for picking at her!" "sorry...," he mumbled. "Now give her a hug," I admonished him. sigh..."okay," he muttered and begrudgingly gave her a quick hug. Then he stomped off."There," I thought, "see they love each other. They said they were sorry after all."How many of us have been through this scenario time and time again. We want our children to be "sorry" for their ... continue reading...
