I saw this amusing little tidbit this morning, on Elle’s blog: “…According to John Tesh and the People Who Do Studies On Inanities Like Women’s Purse Sizes, a woman’s purse should not weigh more than five pounds. Or she risks back injury.† Well, let’s see…  This is my everyday “summer†purse:   It is simple, washable, and …
What Is A Full Quiver?
The Bible calls debt a curse and children a blessing; but in our culture, we apply for a curse and reject blessings. Something is wrong with this picture. Something is wrong indeed! Over the past year or so, I have started to come across more and more people – families – who would align with, or define themselves as “Quiverfull.â€Â …
How to Make A Cappuccino
One of Hannah’s favorite things to do at Grandma and Grandpa’s house (and probably one of Grandpa’s favorites too) is to “help” Grandpa make coffee (cappuccino). She has watched him very closely, so she knows exactly what to do to make the perfect cappuccino. And, I have a sneaking suspicion that if we actually let her try, she could probably do it all by …
Hannah’s New Do
While we were on vacation, we took Hannah to see Leona (who has been cutting my and my mom’s hair for years). In (over) 4 years, Hannah has only had one tiny trim. So, this one was a big deal! Hannah desperately wants lo-o-o-ong (we’re talking touching-the-floor long) hair, so she was not exactly thrilled with the idea of short(er) hair…  …
The Happiest Place on Earth
 What I did on my summer vacation…  Disneyland (6/22/09)  We met princesses and fairies. Hannah learned how to drive! We saw monsters, and glowing caterpillars.  We  rode on flying elephants and seahorses! And we were invited to a tea party!  Pretty typical day at the Magic Kingdom, wouldn’t you say? 😉