The Nest is Empty

Well, just like that, the nest is empty.  The little birdies flew their nest, well sort of.  A couple of weeks after the start of spring I had realized a bird was building a nest in my small bathroom window between the screen and the glass pane.  There had been a small hole that I’d been meaning to patch up

All is Well

I’ve been having moments lately, moments where I can truly say, “All is Well.” Those are good moments.  It’s a good season for us, a season of growth, new relationships and new adventures for our family.  That sometimes overly optimistic and hopeful side of me is alive and well. It’s been awhile for a little family update, I haven’t forgotten,

“Do I Have a Follower?”

“Do I have a follower?,” I said as our one and a half year old chased after me down the hall.  Sometimes I think he believes when Mommy closes the bathroom door, I’m transported somewhere else, never to return to him.  I think he has now realized that not to be true, but he still wants to be wherever Mommy’s

Thankful and Determined

Order in the House! Well, it’s about time for a family update, coming into the new year I find myself thankful and determined.  I’m thankful to God for his loving kindness towards us everyday, and I’m also determined to make the most out of the time He’s given me.  I’m always trying to find ways to improve my and my

Successful Potty Training 101

It’s about that time again at  our house.  Time to potty train another “little” that is.  So I’ve been inspired to create this blog post, “Successful Potty Training 101”. This will be our 7th child we’ve trained (6th boy).  You would think I should be a pro at this by now, but I’m not.  Honestly the process is still one

My Best Homeschooling Advice

It’s that time of year again.  Many are going back to school and some never left.  Hey, to each its own. Here is some of my best homeschooling advice for all those amazing moms, dads, grandparents and/or caretakers who have dedicated themselves to the incredible job of educating the children God has blessed them with. Some of whom could teach

Graduation and Baby on the Way

Family Update At the end of April our baby girl (now 18yrs. old) threw me a baby shower with the help of my mother-in-law and some friends. They did a wonderful job, what a blessing to have such sweet people in my life. Here are some pics my daughter keeps telling me to share. Afterwards, my boys arrived in time