heaven is the face …

As an add-on to yesterday’s post and thinking and treasuring all the beautiful comments that were left … my thoughts were turned to Steven Curtis Chapman.  Well, specifically when I listened to this song throughout the day. The Chapman family lost their 5 year old daughter last year, May 21, 2008.  Not to rehash the tragic event, but I believe it’s important to the complete…

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loss …

Have you ever suffered the loss of someone dear? I have.  Many.  Grandparents, father-in-laws, an unborn baby and most recently, my dear friend Lori.  Maybe you remember her?  I’ve requested prayers on this site for her many times before. I’ve known Lori since we were 7 or 8 years old?  You know, that friend that you always have tucked into your back pocket?  You may…

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nine.eleven & a boy grows up {repost}

I wrote the following post almost a year and a half ago.  I think today is the perfect day to remember our heros all over this world that are serving our country.  And to also remember the families that are sacrificing their family members for us. You’ll read the following, so this is out of order, but I’ll give you the follow-up first. This boy…

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nine.eleven & what is your fruit bearing?

Do you remember where you were?  I do. I had just gotten home from dropping Taylor off at school.  First grade.  Eight years ago.  I was pregnant with Piper and laying in bed.  Turned on the television and couldn’t begin to comprehend what was unfolding in front of me.  CJ wasn’t home at the time.  I didn’t know what to do, but felt something needed…

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