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Wednesday’s Child: CJ

May 31, 2023

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

May 30, 2023

Wearing the hat of a hometown restaurant while tubing in Austin and realizing that out of context it just looks like a hat advertising a place called “dick church” @dickchurchs My senior opted to skip prom while the sophomores got invites from upperclassmen friends. Kembe borrowed everything he’s wearing and India’s dress arrived from amazon the day before, which she changed into in the car on the way from work to taking photos. But I think they cleaned up pretty nice regardless! Word on . . .

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Friday Finds: Coastal Decor

May 26, 2023

Good Vibes Only Pillow Sea Urchin Trinket Bowel  Rattan Open Circle Side Table  Watercolor Beach Wall Art  Blue and Cream Coastal Stripe Pillow  Salt + Sea Candle  Rattan Folding Chair  Sun, Surf and Sand Wall Art  Driftwood Hanging Planter  Pendant Light  Cream Rope Frame  Hammock Chair  . . .

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FIRST DAY OF FIRST GRADE | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM SEPTEMBER 2011.

May 25, 2023

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM SEPTEMBER 2011. Jafta had his first day of first grade today.  I guess I’m supposed to be all weepy and sentimal about it, but honestly?  I’m pretty happy that the school year is starting.  This was a tough summer and I’m excited that I’ll get a little quiet time in the mornings to work, and then be able to pick up the kids refreshed and ready to hang. It was also Kembe’s first day at Montessori, and let me tell you, we made quite an . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Making macarons with 14-year-old Aylin

May 24, 2023

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: Madewell Favorites

May 19, 2023

Light Straw Raffia Sunhat  Black Granite Field Knit Sneaker  The Perfect Vintage Wash Wide-leg Crop Jeans  V-Neck Tee  Sahara Sand Platform Sandal  Warm Sandstone Corduroy Tie Front Top  Wisteria Dove Floral Scarf  Almost Black Packable Straw Visor  Mid-Rise Perfect Jean  The Mindy Leather Mule  Leather Crossbody Bag  High Rise Denim Shorts  . . .

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HOW TO BLOG FROM YOUR IPHONE | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM AUGUST 2011.

May 18, 2023

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM AUGUST 2011 I’m not really that tech-savvy, but really I’ve been on a mission to figure out how to write blog posts from my iphone.  I’ve been on the iphone for about a year now, and I’ve finally gotten comfortable enough with the touchpad keyboard to write some of my shorter posts from my phone.  I’ve also figured out a few hacks for getting pictures uploaded as well.  Since I write for several sites and usually have a couple posts in . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Eden, 15

May 17, 2023

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

May 15, 2023

My favorite people Seeing some of my favorite folks at @mom2summit   Just realized this was the shift he wore to the evangelical youth group. 😬 View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) . . .

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Friday Finds: Outdoor Oasis

May 5, 2023

Wood Burning Open Fire Pit  Lounger Set  Sweet Green Flower Power Indoor/Outdoor Set  Terracotta Offset Hanging Patio Umbrella  Black Abbey Tribal Striped Indoor/Outdoor Rug  Del Mar 4-piece Patio Set  Safavieh Natural and White Outdoor Lounger Fire Sense Black and Coppertone Round Firepit  Blue Lagoon Geo Outdoor Pillow Set  Brown 4-piece Patio Set  Large Yakatori Charcoal Grill  Grey & White Vienna Striped Umbrella    . . .

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