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Instagram Roundup

A look back on how we spent the Easter holiday and other fun times from the week... Our Easter baskets are always filled with books and pens. Mixed reviews on this tradition. Easter bike ride to church Decorating the cross with flowers for Easter Happy Easter! (Thanks @modernechild for the girl's dresses. Boys' digs are from Old Navy and I'm wearing that Amazon dress I keep talking about and now own in 5 colors. One more because we are all dressed up and looking . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Isaac & Grace

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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What I want you to know about my daughter’s brave journey after being sexually assaulted

What I Want You to Know is a series of reader submissions. It is an attempt to allow people to tell their personal stories, in the hopes of bringing greater compassion to the unique issues each of us face. If you would like to submit a story to this series, click here. Today’s guest post was submitted by an anonymous reader. Photo by: Ben White  My daughter was a victim of sexual assault. No matter what trials and tribulations I had gone through in my . . .

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That’s what SHE said: How you can help in Syria, an interesting study on police shootings in Tampa, and some other light-hearted stuff for you on this Sunday

Here are some things I read this week that made me think. (These are just snippets - click on the title to read the whole thing.) How to help the Syrian victims: A comprehensive list of 20+ outstanding organizations. from Liz with CoolMomPicks "If you’ve taken some time to watch the atrocious results of the chemical gas attack on Syrian citizens in the village of Khan Sheikhoun in Idlib this week, I’m sure you’ve spent some time feeling as outraged and helpless and heartbroken as I have and . . .

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What I want you to know about working in Christian ministry.

What I Want You to Know is a series of reader submissions. It is an attempt to allow people to tell their personal stories, in the hopes of bringing greater compassion to the unique issues each of us face. If you would like to submit a story to this series, click here. Today’s guest post was submitted by Bronwyn Lea. Photo by: Michelle Jimenez  For a few years now I have been one of the ""people at the front"". My name has appeared on Christian . . .

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Friday Finds

1. Victoria Beckham Black Satin Floral Top with Ruffle Sleeve | Target 2. Steve Madden Kapri Wraparound Lace Sandal | Nordstrom  3. H&M | Sunglasses  4. Sunglasses | H&M 5. America & Beyond Pom Pom Dress | Forever 21 6. Leather Lattice Sandals | The Gap  7. Faux Leather Toe Ring Sandals | Forever 21  8. Gold-colored Metal Rings in Geometric Shapes | H&M  9. Flounce Off-the-Shoulder Dress | Forever 21  . . .

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Instagram Roundup

Highlights from the past seven days on the ol' Instagram page... India in her first villain role, plotting the death of her sister in Xanadu. ❤️?❤️ A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) on Apr 7, 2017 at 3:24pm PDT 80's explosion. #xanadu Dear Karis, The tooth fairy does not negotiate with terrorists. Love, Mom Boysenberries and the Silver Bullet.?  #knottsberryfarm Fun at the Boysenberry Festival at . . .

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