The Search For Pleasure

I was born in 1985 to young parents who didn’t have the smallest clue as to how to raise a child. They did the best they could with what they had and what they knew. What I am about to share is not to reflect poorly on them but to display God’s goodness and grace in myContinue reading “The Search For Pleasure”

A Whole Lotta Learnin’ Goin’ On ‘Round Here

What is your favorite thing about Preschool? They have Barbies. Have you made any new friends? No, I’m shy. Do you sing songs in class? No. Does your teacher read books to you or the class? No, she doesn’t have books. We read books to ourself. Do you like school? No, it’s boring. Sweet. =)

Homemade Crock-Pot Sloppy Joe

This is a delicious alternative to the ever so popular Manwich Sloppy Joe Sauce. Don’t get me wrong, I like the stuff but I am going for a healthier less processed lifestyle. Pretty much everything you eat, you can make from scratch and it is instantly healthier. Tweeking a few of the ingredients and choosing healthierContinue reading “Homemade Crock-Pot Sloppy Joe”

As The Towers Were Falling

On my way home last night, I was listening to the radio and happened across this testimony of a man who survived the attacks on The World Trade Center. When I arrived home, I could not get out of my car. I sat in my driveway and listened. Envisioning. I could not turn it off. This is oneContinue reading “As The Towers Were Falling”

One.

My Baby turned one. The first six months of Abram’s life, he was a dream baby. Amazing. Couldn’t have prayed for a better child. The last six months of Abram’s life, well, let’s just say… not as dreamy. He’s crazy. He screams. A lot. I am going to get Arthritis in my elbows. He eatsContinue reading “One.”

Getting to the Heart of Parenting- REVISED

This week while Lucy has been in Vacation Bible School, I have been attending a parenting seminar. How did that happen? It’s a funny story. As I drive up to the Church where Lucy will be attending VBS this week, I see a sign that reads “Parenting Seminar Today- 10-11”. I thought “How nice” and continuedContinue reading “Getting to the Heart of Parenting- REVISED”

The Birth Story- Part III

Read Part I here. Read Part II here. ________________________________________________________________ I make my way into the Emergency Room and find myself at the Check-In desk. I prop my hands on the counter and explain to the lady that I was really sorry and I will get to her in a second, I am in labor and IContinue reading “The Birth Story- Part III”