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Wednesday’s Child: 11-year-old Nevaeh

October 19, 2022

Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .

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Friday Finds: Comfort & Cozy

October 14, 2022

Taupe Chunky Knit Throw Fuzzy Warm Slipper Socks Koolaburra by UGG® Amphora Peachee Faux Fur Slipper Charcoal Heather Tie-Waist Wrap Coat Gray & Pink Stripe-Border Shawl  White Cactus Cotton Flannel Sheet Set  Hint of Pink Honeycomb Cable-Knit Pom-Pom Scarf Set  Comfy Luxe Pink & Blue Geometric Throw Pillow Cover Swift Home Gray Minky Weighted Blanket  White & Black Plaid Teddy Snap-Up Fleece Jacket Beige & White Houndstooth Mule Slipper Camel . . .

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MURPHY’S LAW AND 911 CALLS | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM FEBRUARY 2011.

October 13, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM FEBRUARY 2011. I flew home from Arkansas last night – I had an incredible time at the Idea Camp.  It was an amazing and comprehensive look at orphan care, and there were so many inspiring speakers, most of whom are running NGO’s that are doing amazing things to keep children from becoming orphaned in the first place, and then to serve the children who have been abandoned or who have lost their families.  A sobering statistics: less than . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Delaney

October 12, 2022

Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .

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Life Lately

October 10, 2022

Happy 16th birthday to my “twins” who delight me to no end. On the surface they are opposites but at their core they are both warm, kind, hilarious, generous, dedicated, and loyal. And fun. Just so much fun. View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) Kembe went with green, and unplanned, the other sophomore on homecoming court did, too! Fun watching him be honored this . . .

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Friday Finds

October 7, 2022

Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector & No. 6 Bond Smoother Set Hauteness White Ultra Light Electric Blowout Brush  Coconuts by Matisse Beige Park Ave Leather Slide Bogs Black Abstract Cameron Lace FL Rain Boot Champagne Hooded Long Puffer Coat  Elianaa Blue & Beige Plaid Fringe Scarf Brown Leopard & Burgundy V-Neck Tee Set Black & Gray Camo Nilly High-Waist Leggings Set ELEMIS Frangipani Monoi Salt Glow Scrub  Kendra Scott 14k Gold-Plated Kira Drop Earrings  . . .

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MY LITTLE BOUNTY HUNTERS | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM FEBRUARY 2011.

October 6, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM FEBRUARY 2011. I am working at home today – trying to catch up on assignments before I leave for Idea Camp, and trying to suppress my inner whining as I sit inside on a holiday with gorgeous weather.  Mark took the kids down to grandma and grandpa’s.  Meanwhile, I keep getting mysterious emails from the online geocache forum with random clues.  DId you look under the rock?  Did you turn at the welcome plaque? It’s there, keep looking. And . . .

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Wednesday’s Child 14-year-old Ikira

October 5, 2022

Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .

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Friday Finds

September 30, 2022

Cane Panel Coffee Table  Tan Luz Cane Dining Side Chair Cane and Rattan Display Boxes with Glass Lid, Set of 2 Camel Kelci Leather Throw Pillow Cane 4-Drawer Storage Cabinet White Cane Webb Planter & Black Stand Set Round Serving Tray Wallace Cane Oak Armoire  Rattan Nightstand with Drawers, Set of Two Counter Height Chairs  Hazel Boho Mirror with Wicker Caning Pack of 2 Natural Large Rattan Wicker Plant Stands . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Meet Eric

September 28, 2022

Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .

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