February 24, 2015
by Maralee
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I have six children. 2 are biologically related to me. 4 were adopted. 2 were c-sections. 2 were vaginal births. 2 I don’t know how they were born. 2 were breastfed. 1 was breastfed and bottle-fed. 3 were bottle-fed. 2 … Continue reading
January 21, 2015
by Maralee
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Being a mom can be a terribly isolating experience. It seems counterintuitive on some level— you now have a person (or two or six) around you all the time, so how can you feel isolated? But moms know that devoting … Continue reading
September 12, 2014
by Maralee
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I don’t know if dogs go to heaven. I don’t think they have souls, but I’m really not sure how God works out what ends up in a place that was created for our joy. I did have a cat … Continue reading
May 1, 2014
by Maralee
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*This week I’m hosting a series of guest posts by women in my community who saw a need and decided to do something about it. I find each of their stories inspirational in the most literal sense. Many of us … Continue reading
April 28, 2014
by Maralee
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*This week I’m hosting a series of guest posts by women in my community who saw a need and decided to do something about it. I find each of their stories inspirational in the most literal sense. Many of us … Continue reading
April 1, 2014
by Maralee
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I’ve never been accused of not having a sense of humor, but it’s true that I don’t like pranks. I don’t like things that feel dishonest. Being tricked gives me a kind of anger response that I don’t like in … Continue reading
March 25, 2014
by Maralee
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In case you missed the big news (tucked into my most recent radio broadcast post), I am pregnant. This was a big surprise and has filled us with joy and total trepidation. We are blessed with five kids in our home … Continue reading
January 29, 2014
by Maralee
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I enjoyed getting to do a radio interview recently about the importance of friendships, especially for mothers. This job of raising kids can feel very isolating. I have been through seasons of my life where I’ve had lots of friends … Continue reading
October 31, 2013
by Maralee
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*I have loved a couple great kids who had a Down Syndrome diagnosis. They have a special place in my heart. I’m glad to host Michelle and Amy’s thoughts on parenting a child with Down Syndrome as a way to celebrate Down … Continue reading
October 29, 2013
by Maralee
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*I am honored to have Michelle share her wisdom on helping a friend grieve. Her story is precious to me. You can read more from Michelle here.* “I am convinced that learning the delicate art of grieving comes mostly through being … Continue reading