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Fear, Faith, and Motherhood || On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from December 2008.

December 13, 2018

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from December 2008. I was directed to a blog post this morning at girl talk and it really spoke to me. The author was asked if she could parent her daughters all over again, what she would do differently. Her response: "While I am aware of numerous ways I would want to be a better mom, one thing stands out far ahead of the rest.  I wish I had trusted God more. For every fearful peek into the future, I wish I had looked to Christ . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Skye and Sherry

December 12, 2018

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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December 10, 2018

  View this post on Instagram   Kembe’s face when India falls. ?? Also I disapprove of his version of the Running Man. It me.        Rainbow x 2 Let's say that hypothetically you had four houseguests and your hypothetically set out a collection of teas, not really paying attention just putting them out, and hypothetically they couldn't read English and picked a laxative tea that produces explosive . . .

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THE ULTIMATE SELF-CARE GIFT GUIDE FOR WOMEN | SELFIE, EPISODE 61

December 10, 2018

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio We’re talking about great gifts for friends, for your sisters and moms, and for teachers . . . as well as some items you might want to put on your own wishlist. We’ve got recommendations on self-care gifts, cookbooks, candles, and skincare stuff, as well as gifts that give back. Beauty/Self-Care Kosas is one of Sarah’s favorite green beauty brands and their Weightless Lip Color Trio is made . . .

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Friday Finds: Holiday Gift Guide 2018

December 7, 2018

FOR FOODIES Craft Beer Making Kit  Gringo Bandito Hot Sauce goSili to go coffee tea cup Raw Spice Bar Subscription - Build Your Own Spice Sets KYVAN Mild Honey Apple Salsa Pic's Peanut Butter The Complete Indian Instant Pot Cookbook Tastemaker Cocktail Shaker and Infuser Set  Five Ingredient Instant Pot Cookbook San Sucre Sugar Free Blondies San Sucre Gluten Free Brownies Fermentation Revolution FOR HER Custom Photo Album by Shortcake . . .

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What I want you to know about having a dad in the KKK

December 6, 2018

When I was five years old, in Kindergarten I had a best friend named Yonnie. She and I were inseparable on the playground, sat next to each other for activities and chose each other as partners on field trips. I loved her so much. We always had so much fun! Then one day my father came to pick me up from school (usually it was my mother). As I got into the passenger side of the car I noticed my daddy had an open beer container between his legs. The moment I was in he started yelling at me. He . . .

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How a handfull of cheerios ended India’s modeling career || On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from November 2008.

December 6, 2018

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from November 2008.   {at the rehearsal before the show. notice: Cheerios in hand = compliant toddler} India had her first (and last) modeling gig today. It was a runway show for Simple Shoes at a swanky hotel in Laguna Beach. She had one task: walk down the runway, turn around, walk back. Let's just say things did not go as planned, and I don't think we will be asked back. In truth, I really haven't pursued any . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Jacob

December 5, 2018

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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· Fostercare

Life Lately

December 3, 2018

I've just given in on making them keep these around. The fun is in the process....and in eating it the second you're done I guess. You can dress them up....   It's adoption month and I thought it would be interesting to host a conversation with my boys to talk from their perspective as adoptees. We will be answering questions over on instagram tonight, so leave your questions here or pop them into my stories. •photo by @loveisaphoto View this post on . . .

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SOCIAL MEDIA BOUNDARIES: HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU SHARE? | SELFIE, EPISODE 60

December 3, 2018

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio Kristen discusses going off Cymbalta, Sarah shares about posting about herself in a bra, and we discuss our rules around what we post (and won’t post) on social media. This week we talked about: Athleta Primaloft Tights Nude Slim Fit Layering Tees Schitt’s Creek Capri Blue Alpine Juniper Candle   Podcast (selfie): Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple . . .

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