In the economy of a large family, a 13 year-old brother is just short of legend. He has knives and multipurpose tools and a host…
Seven is five
We called her Seven, in the incredulous days and weeks following the positive pregnancy test. Years of longing unfulfilled had helped us realize that pregnancy…
The good baby
“Is he a good baby?” “I think so.” “Does he sleep through the night?” “Ummmm, no.”
The little/big things
Most days, I feel utterly unprepared for this thing called parenting a child with special needs. Most days I am sure that I am doing…
Large Family Life Hacks
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Both sides of Titus 2
Older women likewise are to be reverent in their behavior, not malicious gossips nor enslaved to much wine, teaching what is good, so that they…
Rubies, pearls, and wood beads
I had run in to the store for a simple 5 dozen eggs. My husband was with the kids, probably circling the parking lot in our…
Chelory Boutique {review & giveaway}
We received a free product for the purpose of writing this review. Our family only reviews items that we actually find valuable and are able…
When The Formula fails
My Facebook newsfeed has, once again, been co-opted by shocked Christians unable to comprehend the revelation that Josh Duggar, oldest son of the celebrated 19…
The weight
It’s been almost agonizing, watching the box at the foot of her bed fill with sheets, spiral notebooks, wool socks. Bit by bit, the elements…