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CAN THIS GENERATION ERADICATE POVERTY? | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM JUNE 2O11.

January 20, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM JUNE 2O11. Compassion International is behind a new campaign called Live58, aimed at uniting churches to eradicate poverty in the next century.  I’m excited about it for several reasons.  First, I’m a longtime fan of Compassion – we have been a part of their child sponsorship program for some time and have always loved the work they do.  I also love the fact that they are calling on Christians to respond to poverty in a tangible way.  I’m . . .

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January 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 . . .

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Life Lately

January 17, 2022

Is “come here, now go away” is the dynamic of every teen sister relationship or just mine? Our third kid to catch COVID spent her quarantine in the backhouse with very mild symptoms (thank you Pfizer). She immediately grabbed her bass and her art and craft supplies and settled in for a week of introverted bliss. The boys both had it in late summer with no symptoms at all. We are very fortunate to be able to play musical chairs to have this space for quarantining. The rest of us stayed in the . . .

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Friday Finds: Self Care

January 14, 2022

Philosophy Nature In A Jar 2-Oz. Cica Complex Recovery Moisturizer Essential Oil Rollers - Set of Five 52 Stress Less & Self Care Cards  Pure Enrichment PureSpa USB Travel Aroma Diffuser  Self-Care for Moms Hardcover Book Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque  Hydrogel Under Eye Patches  Golde Shroom Shield  100% Natural Turkish Cotton Robe  Miko White & Gray Ibuki Air Purifier & Oil Diffuser Theragun Portable Mini Massage Gun  Aromatherapy Shower . . .

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Wednesday’s Child, 11-year-old Andrea has special needs and ‘deserves a loving family’

January 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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· Adoption, Fostercare, parenting, Special Needs

Friday Finds: Coffee Table Books

January 7, 2022

The Big Bad Book of Bill Murray  The Interior Design Handbook Hardcover Patterns of India This Book Is Literally Just Pictures of Cute Animals Hardcover History of the World in 1000 Objects Hardcover Architectural Digest Hardcover Book The Most Beautiful Rooms in the World  Sneakers x Culture: Collab  Women in Art Hardcover Humans of New York: Stories  Simply Scandinavian  Van Gogh and the Artists He Loved The Complete Book of Classic Volkswagens Hardcover . . .

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MALINGERING | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2011.

January 6, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM MAY 2011. Today around 9am I got a call from Jafta’s school. It was the nurse – letting me know that Jafta was in her office complaining of a stomach ache.  Now, Jafta is prone to psychosomatic complaints and general dramatics, so I was a bit skeptical.  The nurse offered for me to talk to him myself.  In retrospect, this was probably not the best idea.  He told me his stomach was hurting really bad, and then I made another mistake – I . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Jevonte

January 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 . . .

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· Adoption, Fostercare, parenting

Life Lately

January 3, 2022

In stories I’m sharing the KN95 masks we’ve been wearing, and also talked about the surge happening here in our community, which sparked a convo about COVID shame (especially for folks that have been really careful thus far and are catching it anyway.) It seemed to resonate with a lot of folks. Sharing some of those responses in my stories as well. View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton . . .

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· Family, Life Lately

Friday Finds

December 31, 2021

Metal Desktop Gold Desk Organizer and Accessories Holder  Willow Creek Press Be Kind 18-Month 2022 Wall Calendar Set of Two Storage Baskets  2022 Calendar Year Monthly Hanging Wall Calendar White & Gray Two-Tier Desk Organizer Tissue Holder  Beige Magnetic Key & Mail Holder  The Julia Rothman Engagement Calendar 2022 Modern 4 Door Bookmatch Buffet Amy Knapps Aug 2021-Dec 2022 The Very Busy Planner  Couples Planner 18-Month 2022 Wall Calendar Umbra Mini . . .

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Hi, I’m Kristen. I’m a mom of four kids via birth and adoption and a writer living in Southern California. Read More.

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