Happy Easter!!

From the Olden Days, when we not only had a new Easter dress, but a petticoat, a sweater, new shoes cleaned up with vaseline so they shone, new socks, and of course a purse. And little brothers had a dapper little suit to wear. And because we were visiting our cousins, our mother had to pack all of this, then probably get it out and iron it all. And of course she had to pack the pink sponge curlers!

After all that, I would be surprised if she even thought about packing Easter baskets!!
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Today is a gift because: Jesus rose from the grave and gave us all hope for the future!!

And Then This Happened ...

After a couple of junky weeks (you know, when you just can't seem to get stuff movin' and shakin'), these came in the mail. Although the note was anonymous, I'm pretty sure I know who sent them, because I'm curious and I tore apart the box looking for clues. It's somebody who is obviously a baker and takes the time to do things up nice. And can you believe that there are TWO cookies in each package (we won't discuss how many I ate and how many I shared).

Anyhow, the important thing for me is to remember that yes, sometimes weeks are junky. But they only get junkier if I focus on the junkiness. Instead I should focus on the good stuff around me. Like knowing a girl who does stuff like this and then shares it.

Yes, it made all the junky go away. But mostly it reminded me that life is indeed junky - but it's mostly very sweet - in every way!!

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Today is a gift because: Lindley and Everley time; Everley sleepover; family pizza and chips/dip at the Doik

Good Friday

I wasn't there when they nailed Jesus to the cross. I wasn't there when all hope seemed lost. I wasn't there to experience the despair and fear and uncertainty. I wasn't there at the foot of the cross to watch Jesus suffer and die.

But because all of that did happen, and because I believe it all happened and believe that Jesus did rise from the grave, I will have eternal life after this one ends. I believe in a living Savior and a God who loves me enough for all this to unfold. I am indeed blessed!

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Today is a gift because: Lindley and Everley time; Everley's family birthday party; Steve and GDiz's safe travel back to Columbus

And Then She Turned 3

Somewhere along the way, this little munchkin turned 3. It's amazing how quickly time passes, especially when you have a little one around. Things like learning to walk and talk, developing a personality, giving up pacis and diapers, all of which are very important, tend to be forgotten as new things happen every day. So maybe that's how we all should be - making strides and moving forward, and learning and growing every day. We shouldn't rest on what we've done, but find new things to experience and accomplish every day. Because after all, whether we're three or 103, if God has given us a new day on this Earth, there's always something new to learn and do every day. Happy Birthday Everley!

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Today is a gift because: Everley's birthday; taking Everley and Lindley to school; Mathieu's safe ride home on the tiny plane

I Hate Today

April Fool's Day is one of my least favorite days of the year. Mainly because I hate tricks. And people lying. And those two things are what today is all about. And since I basically trust no one, and believe nothing that is on the internet, today just reinforces my belief that people be crazy and/or mean.

So Merry April Fool's Day. Have a lovely foolish day!

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Today is a gift because: Everley and Lindley sleepover!!