Tag Archives: family

Thankful for Talia

Welcome to the world, Talia Renae Born! I have put her birth story and name explanation here (also under the section called “births” at the top), if you are interested. This post is where I want to say why I … Continue reading

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Soapbox

I have decided to air one of my more strongly-held opinions.  My step-father passed away a few weeks ago, and after writing his eulogy, I want to add a plea to the general public – Please, please, if you smoke … Continue reading

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Truth and death

(Oct 12th) My step-father died a week ago. I can’t say that I wish he hadn’t; I can’t say I wish we had had more time together.  To say that about someone who was facing a choice between dying slowly … Continue reading

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Tree of Life

I’ve been thinking about family lately…not really surprising since I’m in the “family way” I suppose.    Genetics and family history and nature vs. nurture….all normal thoughts for a pregnant woman.  But I feel like I got a “Bam!” kind … Continue reading

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Contentment in Escondido

I have been pondering contentment lately, specifically in regards to where/how we are living right now.  Mostly because we are also gearing up more towards moving to Africa and have been talking and reading about that.  (Africa? you ask?  Check … Continue reading

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The Christmas Card Phenomenon

We must be settled down here in SoCal now – we’re actually getting quite a few Christmas cards!  Well, make that Christmas photos.  Apparently the current fashion is to mail people a cute picture of your family without an accompanying … Continue reading

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‘Tis the Season

An update!  I realized that my Fall craziness post sounded so terribly over-committed, and maybe some of you are worried for me, that I wanted to let you know life has been busy…but livable.    I (we!) made it through … Continue reading

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Review: “The River Within”

I just watched the movie “The River Within” (available from netflix) and I enjoyed it.  I have to admit, my expectations were low; watching a tiny budget, made by young professionals, “christian” movie is, imo, kind of like watching cousin … Continue reading

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whassup?

What’s going on right now? Continue reading

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Sad Riches

What are true riches? Continue reading

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