Monthly Archives: November 2008

Gr8fl

I thank Thee for the temporal blessings of this world—the refreshing air, the light of the sun, the food that renews strength, the raiment that clothes, the dwelling that shelters, the sleep that gives rest, the starry canopy of night, … Continue reading

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Interludes

(Background: Our church has recently moved from its own building and is meeting in the Hilton temporarily.) Husband: Ok, tell me another word in Spanish. 4-year-old: Hotel. (Pronounced o-tell) H: Muy bien. And what does “hotel” mean? 4-year-old: Well, it’s … Continue reading

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The “I-just-moved-so-no-post” Meme

Courtesy of fightingwindmills. If your doctor told you TODAY that you were pregnant, what would you say?  Immaculate conception, anyone???  Ce n’est pas possible. But if so, YEE-HAW! I love me some bebe. When was the last time you flew … Continue reading

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Unfavoritest kids’ books

Ever read Guess How Much I Love You? The storyline is cute…two bunnies (daddy and baby) talking about how much they love one another. “I love you to my toes”, “I love you across the river and up the lane”, … Continue reading

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I know the moon

I know the moon, and the moon knows me God bless the moon, and God bless me Moms know the moon. The moon is their constant companion for the first few years of their child’s life. I remember as a young … Continue reading

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