A few Sundays ago Amanda was dropping Kayleigh off in the two year old class at church. I stood in the hallway and watched as Kayleigh’s Separation Anxiety slowly consumed her. She wanted her mommy. Nobody or anything was going to satisfy her. As I watched…This Mimi’s heart ached for her... and Amanda. … Continue reading Baby.Parent.Jesus. Separation Anxiety!
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This Picture Day Was Different
A great day for some pictures! So We Thought! Sunday was a beautiful day out! Amanda and I set out to take some Country shots of Kayleigh. Like many other times, her mom got her ready and we headed out with a goal in mind. But….this picture day was different! Maybe, just maybe, this … Continue reading This Picture Day Was Different
Truth.Love.Service : The Sweetness of Keepsakes
Today, I am thankful for a drawer that hadn't been opened in a while.... My mom sent me pictures of a letter she found cleaning out her “keepsake drawer." I am pretty sure we all have a "keepsake place." You know? That special place you keep the things you cherish from someone you love. I too have … Continue reading Truth.Love.Service : The Sweetness of Keepsakes
Like the Starfish Story : Making a Difference One Child at a Time
As I walked along the seashore… This young boy greeted me. He was tossing stranded starfish back to the deep blue sea. I said "Tell me why you bother, why you waste your time this way. There's a million stranded starfish, does it matter, anyway?" And he said, “It matters to this one. It deserves … Continue reading Like the Starfish Story : Making a Difference One Child at a Time
The ABC’s of parenting….my style!
Attitude- look at yours first it may improve your child's. Believe- believe in your ability to parent. You were chosen! Choices- Consequences-Consistency- make sure you give them. Especially to that strong willed child. Determination- don't take your job lightly. Parent with your eyes fixed heavenly! Energy- make sure you have it no matter how you get … Continue reading The ABC’s of parenting….my style!
Questions were asked…so here’s the answer!
My blog is not strictly about fostering and adoption but I received many questions after my last blog. I thought I'd give some of you a little more insight about us. My husband and I have fostered 22 beautiful children and have had the amazing opportunity to adopt three. We've done everything from respite and … Continue reading Questions were asked…so here’s the answer!
Truth. Love. Service 