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Wednesday’s Child: Jason

April 22, 2020

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

Life Lately

April 20, 2020

  View this post on Instagram   I'm recording my audiobook in a fort in my bedroom made of soundproofing blankets and that feels on-brand for this book and my whole life, really . . . A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) on Apr 19, 2020 at 5:49pm PDT   View this post on Instagram   When you are bored enough to build a gladiator . . .

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Friday Finds

April 17, 2020

Hat Attack Women's Braided Sunhat Hat Sanuk Flip-Flops Essie Perfect Summer Shades 6-Pc. Nail Polish Set | Zulily Fan Bag Free People Ivory Embroidered Sunrise Wanderer Mini Dress 3 Pairs Statement Drop Beaded Earrings  Knot Sisters Amelia Dress Kate Spade Heart Stud Earrings Mar Y Sol  Mia Cross Body Bag . . .

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Two hours from Miami . . . | On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from July 2009.

April 16, 2020

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from July 2009. The island of Haiti is such a devastating place. We feel connected to it, especially since we are trying to bring a child home. It is always on our hearts and minds, and there are some days where I am just overwhelmed by the difficulty these people face on a daily basis. Truly, I don't think any of us can fathom what hardships are faced by those living in Haiti. This was one of those weeks where several stories broke my . . .

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· Adoption, Fostercare

Wednesday’s Child: Jaden

April 15, 2020

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

April 13, 2020

  View this post on Instagram   Our Easter egg hunt tradition has morphed into the kids hiding for each other with elaborate schemes and lots of hype. This year Kembe floated the best eggs out into the middle of the pool. I think we might be doing this tradition into their adulthood. 😂 A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) on Apr 12, 2020 at 3:34pm PDT I made everyone dress up today. We set the . . .

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· Life Lately

Friday Finds: Mules

April 10, 2020

Soludos Alice Tassel Mules Brown Barbora Pointed-Toe Leather Mule Dolce Vita  Halee Flats SANDALUP Mules w Pointed Toe and Bowknot VFDB Bowtie Mule Slippers Latte Acasia Braided Leather Mule MAYPIE Flat Mules Pointed Toe Pink Mule Slides Platinum Barbora Leather Mule . . .

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An open letter to criminals about our upcoming vacation | On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from 2009.

April 9, 2020

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from July 2009. We have a summer full of family visits. My mom just left after a week stay. My sister Brooke and her family are visiting in a few weeks. The day they leave, my nephews Austin and Derek arrive for a stay. And then we fly up for a week with Mark's brother and family. It will be a fun and full summer. Oops. I guess you're not supposed to say when you go on vacation on your blog. You know, in case some would-be criminals are . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Sean

April 8, 2020

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

April 6, 2020

I'm excited to be doing a virtual event with some other @randomhouse authors on Tuesday night at 5pm PT. Check my stories for details!   Did an awkward face mask this morning that made us all look vaguely like Trump. When her quarantine coping mechanism is baking and your quarantine coping mechanism is eating. 👍👎 #themgains #quarantine15 #quarantinebod View this post on Instagram   Wait for it. (US is blue.) . . .

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· Family, Life Lately

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