Two weekends ago, it was Mother’s Day. About 6 months ago, I was dreading that time. I couldn’t even think about what a day that celebrates mothers, when I thought I would for sure be one someday, would be like after being told you may not be one in a biological way. When God brought…
Whew! It’s been a little nutso since we have come back from vacation – can be expected right :)? Dan and I tend to forget that life continues to go on here in St. Joseph even though we aren’t there – silly us! We get home and it feels like there is so much to…
Marvel – definition: one that evokes surprise, admiration, or wonder. To become filled with wonder or astonishment. Do you ever just stand and marvel at something? I know I do! Today I was talking with a customer at the store and she noticed my open heart surgery scar. She was not timid to ask about…
Wow, I know, two days in a row for doing the 30 day blog challenge! Really that is nothing to be proud of Kristin :). This one I have been putting off only because it has taken some time to think about. There is a wide range of things I regret, but I know there…
Continuing my lengthy 30-Day blog challenge… Ironically I have an iPod shuffle! Oh about 3 years ago we were at our church’s mission auction and they were auctioning one off. I really wanted it for cleaning b/c it clips onto clothing (but doesn’t have a screen or anything). It is REALLY simple, but that is…
Oh how I love Easter! Today in church we sang the song “Because He Lives.” I have sang that song what seems like 1,000 times, yet each time it strikes me in a different way. This time, it struck me in a few different ways and I really want to share them. First, someone who…
