Category Archives: Day in the Life Today’s scripture reading is Deuteronomy chapters 16, 17, 18, 19 & 21. These are what you call historical chapters—so while there are still very applicable points that can be made…for the most part it’s historical and cultural writing and instruction. AND…to be honest–it just didn’t speak to my heart today. Ever have one of those […]  K–I feel like I had a lot to say…but little time…so I’m all over the place. Once again…bear with me;) I’ve been thoroughly enjoying my hubby’s return from Africa…hence no bloggin’…and just chillin’ with the fam. I’ve also been playing with a video editing program—so hang tight…really fun videos to come all next week about […] Have I told you yet that your blog is like food for my soul?! Thank you giving me inspiration! It feels so good to do for others. Your husband is a very Blessed man! awesome garden and beautiful pics…what a great present 🙂 kj […] You can check out my last “hubby away let’s surprise him when he gets back” post here. You can trust my surprises with all my kids taggin’ along are never simple. I was made to […] […] to his favor. Like–the nervous energy has turned productive…like when I built him that flower garden when he was in Africa in March. But MY how the Lord has even taught me things through that. I would […] […] by side mean. The flowers in my garden were planted when Richard was in Africa in March of 2010. You can read about it here. (Most of you also know that I do crazy things every time Richard is gone to […] pictures of the garden are comin’! BUT I also promise…PICTURES of our KIDS in ZAMBIA are coming with video tomorrow too. It’s gonna be rainy tomorrow here…so I’ll be uploading away!!! I’ve been completely MIA enjoying our family being together again!!! Toby is safely unpacked…Richard is rested up…and we’re ready to roll!!! Can’t wait to […] So glad you’re getting family time in….enjoy! Can’t wait to see the pictures and video and I’m especially looking forward to hearing what’s in store for the widows program. I wore my shirt to bible study this morning and did a short infomercial about Wiphan:)  On Friday–we found out some VERY exciting news. NOPE–no new numbers yet. But still–very exciting in our home. TOBY (the stuffed animal dog in Parker’s preK class) got to come HOME with us for the weekend! You have NO idea what an honor this is to the kids…quite the big deal at his school! Well, […] How cool of a project! That would be great for a little girls slumber/birthday party. Dress up stick people! 🙂 And I can’t wait to see and hear about Toby’s adventure! I know what he’s up to!!!!!!!!! 🙂 LOL awesome post! LOVED IT! […] how Toby the stuffed dog (my 5 year old’s classroom pet) got to come home with us last weekend??? Well…I just can’t stand it as I JUST got word that Toby is OFFICIALLY on his way […] […] Toby? If not—I first shared about him here. And we unveiled where that little stinker stuck off to here. Yep, give our family a class pet to […]  FIRST…Africa:). No new numbers…our agency was quite busy today. SO…our new numbers will come on Monday. Crazy thing–I’m so cool with that. We’re not in single digits…knowing today or Monday doesn’t change anything. HEY…has someone out there been praying for me?! Well, God sure is good because I’m so at peace with where we are—and […] what a trooper you are for cutting your own hair…i think your hair looks great! good job! I’m sooo impressed with the haircut! I love that the last few pictures of Parker he’s been in full costume! That’s my boy Shannon…we even had a babysitter who had a shirt monogrammed for him that says “Lil Hero” because this is SO him!!!!!!! Oh yes. The budget. I think we are implimenting a newer, stricter one each month b/c I’m so bad at it. Okay not THAT bad. BUt I hate it that’s for sure. You know I’m doing good when I’m complaining about having nothing to wear. It’s not really that I have nothing to wear, its just that I don’t like my options anymore! =) But hearing about you cutting your own hair made me want to cry (although hubby walking in to the house to Me: scissors in hand, surrounded by hair is a common occurance)! I’m a hairstylist (retired? SAHM now) and I hate to hear about ameteurs (no offense, haha) cutting their own hair. But I have to admit it doesn’t look bad by any means. 😉 Shhh…don’t tell anyone though! I don’t want the word to spread about at-home-stylists! =) Oh, Andrea…your hair looks great. I have been cutting mine for quite some time and even *sigh* went to the box color. 5dollar dinners (dot) com has been a huge help for us and she cooks very healthy. If you were on my fb you could see my pictures of dinners for a family of 5 in the 3.00 – 5.00 range for the entire meal. I must say your ham dinner looked amazing but I knew I could not get it to come in under 5.00. So that will be a special occasion meal for sure! Thank you, Andrea, for stopping by our blog and leaving your words of encouragement. This blogging thing is so new to me, but what fun! I have loved reading about your journey for a few months now, and it is so great to read others stories who are a bit further down on the adoption path. On another note- We made many sets of your valentine cookies and gave them to our kiddo’s “Prayer Parents” this year for their valentine’s and they loved them! Thanks for sharing great ideas. I was also wondering how did you make your Lent tree? I’m a visual learner and I was hoping to see how you made your tree to hang all the ornaments. Just had to ask! It will be fun to watch your journey continue to unfold. Wow! I think you did a great job with your hair. That would’ve ended in a disaster if I had tried that. Me, scissors, and hair are not a good combination. But, you look great! And the adoption thing definitely holds you accountable to living on a stricter budget. Our 10 year anniversary is coming up and for years we had big dreams of going to Hawaii or something, but now that we’re adopting again, I think we might be heading to Chicago or something instead. Thankful that the Lord uses adoption to refine my heart in so many areas….including stewardship. 🙂 Have a great weekend! I love the whole lent tree thing! What an awesome way to teach kids! Oh, I think your hair looks great! I cut my hair to save money to a couple of months ago. All the kids were screaming and I just decided to wack my hair off so I could have some organization to my life! I wasn’t so straight, but my mom helped me straighten up when I saw her the next week. I also cute Henry’s hair! Yes, it’s a bowl cut, but that is an Alabama thing. I wish I could highlight my hair myself, but it never turns out right. I am always trying to do things myself. Have a good weekend!! I think your hair looks great. Next time you are in town, I will have you cut mine:) Love all the pics. Thank you so much for the prayers and kindness. Much love, |
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Your photos are awesome! I will have to copy some of your Green Traditions next year. You make life fun; you know that? Hoping your week picks ~ your message was clear to me. Thanks!
I love brussel sprouts…but my hubby is NOT a fan! I’ll have to tr it out this way!
These words I need to hear so badly this morning..one of my dear friends lost her baby at 20weeks yesterday. Please pray for her and today she has to dilver him .. I know this too will pass and good will come out of this .. I just hope she can see that someday! Thanks for your amazing words…
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Heidi
Praying for your family. I can completely associate with the snow globe effect…..actually it hits really close to the mark for me.
you had me at hello…. then came brussel sprouts and you lost me! lol 🙂 I’ve been praying for you girlfriend! Hope today looks better for you! Much love ♥
you are such a great mom for doing all these “green” things with them for st. patricks day!