Category Archives: Family

Last Day for Cardstore Bonus Offer

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Christie

Today is your last day to get this amazing deal from Cardstore! Not only will you get 50% off your order for Mother’s Day Cards and Graduation announcements, photo cards, invites and thank you’s, but you will also get a … Continue reading →

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Curious George Birthday Party Food

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Christie

Last Saturday I threw a Simple Curious George Birthday Party for my son’s 2nd birthday. Yesterday I shared our simple party decorations, and today I thought I’d share our simple party menu! Appetizers Sadly, I somehow missed getting a picture … Continue reading →

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A Simple Curious George Birthday Party

Posted on April 29, 2014 by Christie

Last week we celebrated my son’s 2nd birthday. Since he loves Curious George so much, I decided to throw him a Curious George themed birthday party. For several nights I scoured Pinterest and googled Curious George ideas. Oh, how overwhelming … Continue reading →

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A Birthday Letter to My Son

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Christie

Happy Birthday, my precious Gavin! I can’t believe you turned two today. Sometimes it seems like just yesterday that I held you for the first time. Celebrating your birthday floods my heart with the memories leading up to the day … Continue reading →

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Adoption Update: Let the Waiting Begin

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Christie

Well friends, it’s been three months since I shared our last adoption update. Three really incredibly busy, non-stop months with illness, Christmas, birthdays, more illness, ministry, vacation, and a crazy every day life. Finally, I am happy to share that … Continue reading →

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Embracing a New Normal

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Christie

For those who know me, you know that I’m an organized, planned person. I like to know the details. I want to be as prepared as I can be for whatever is coming. I thrive on routine. Yet this past … Continue reading →

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365 Days of Blessings: Days 124-140 Highlights

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Christie

It’s been a couple weeks since I shared my blessings. I haven’t forgotten, and we most definitely have had blessings. My time on the computer has simply been limited. By the time I have a chance to sit down at … Continue reading →

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An Anniversary Gift

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Christie

This past Monday my husband and I celebrated our 7th Anniversary. Some days I feel like it was just yesterday that we married. Other days I look at everything we’ve been through these past years and it seems like so … Continue reading →

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31 Days of Praying for Your Husband – Part 4

Posted on January 22, 2014 by Christie

Today I bring you the fourth and final week of “31 Days of Praying for Your Husband”. As I pray these prayers and meditate on the Scriptures that go with them, I can’t help but also pray that I will … Continue reading →

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“What’s Wrong with Warm Soup?”

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Christie

Almost two years ago, my husband and I anxiously awaited the birth of our son. Our nerves were raw as we hoped and prayed that the birth parents wouldn’t change their minds after his birth. During this time I met … Continue reading →

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