January 13, 2013
by Maralee
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(Here’s where it happens.) 10 minutes before it’s time to pick-up Josh from school = when the three little ones finally decide to fall asleep for their nap In case you’re wondering, about 30 hours after purchasing a new white … Continue reading
January 9, 2013
by Maralee
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I was able to be part of a radio interview on the topic of surrendering your fertility. There’s a lot of our personal story in here and some thoughts on how we’ve seen God work. Hope you enjoy listening! I … Continue reading
January 8, 2013
by Maralee
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It has been so much fun to watch my oldest son Josh learn how to read. A new world is opening up to him as he figures out that letters have sounds and when put together, they make words. His … Continue reading
January 7, 2013
by Maralee
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When Brian and I were houseparenting at a group home I made sure every Christmas I sent a card to each of our boys’ families with a picture of their child. After our first year I also started sending a … Continue reading
January 6, 2013
by Maralee
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(Catch the craziness in real-time here) Talking to my husband while changing The Baby’s diaper- Me: And hey, could you toss this for me? (handing him the dirty diaper) Brian: Sure. (throws diaper against the wall) Guess I should have … Continue reading
January 2, 2013
by Maralee
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My baby sister is pregnant. This is a long awaited baby (my sister experienced two miscarriages before this Little Man decided to stick around) and I couldn’t be more excited about his arrival- as evidenced by the ridiculous pile of … Continue reading
December 30, 2012
by Maralee
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(Watch it all go down in real-time here) The Baby is sitting in a pile of gifts. He leaves them to crawl over to his favorite toy- the trashcan. Merry Christmas, everybody! If you’re having trouble figuring out how to … Continue reading
December 23, 2012
by Maralee
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(Join us for updates in real-time right here) Daughter: I want my polka dot pajamas. Me: Oh, those are right here! I just washed them. Daughter: Oh, I’m so proud of you, Mommy. You are my best helper. I’m … Continue reading
December 21, 2012
by Maralee
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Who would have guessed a nice old guy bringing presents to the delight of children across the globe could end up being a divisive figure? Today along with not talking about politics or religion in polite company, we probably ought … Continue reading
December 20, 2012
by Maralee
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It’s a beautiful day outside today. I don’t mean “beautiful” like the perfect temperature for having a picnic, I mean, literally beautiful- snow is thick and heavy on the ground, the sun is shining and the sky is perfectly blue. … Continue reading