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This year's birthday was a new one for all of us - L was gone at Scout camp!He usually has a big party planned for this birthday with theme's ranging from Army to Carnival.  This year however he didn't plan anything, so . . . we picked him up from Scout camp (one worn-out boy!) And had a surprise party for waiting for him at home - and yes, I neglected to make sure someone got a picture/video of

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We celebrated Baby Girl's 2nd Birthday at the local sprinkler park with friends, food and fun! Baby Girl and Nana playing in the sprinkler's. Love this one! She looks a little concerned . . . was it our singing?  And a big smile from the birthday girl!

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I can hardly believe Baby Girl is 2!  This was the best shot I could get of her showing 2 . . . can you tell she gets a little excited about it?! Lots of help from the big brothers opening gifts . . . I have a feeling this will be hours of fun for the whole family! And, yep, she's definitely 2!

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This year our 4th celebrations were many and varied!  On Friday, we met up with my sister (to swap some kids) in Columbus, OH.  While there, we participated in their Red, White and Boom! celebration.  We were not impressed with the food selection (everything seemed to be closed), but the fireworks were amazing! The group in downtown Columbus - we had to get a pic with the headlines playing behind

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Sorry, this may be video overload!  This year was M's first recital and probably J's last.  M was very nervous and was NOT going to bow - but he did great and ended with the dreaded bow!  I am very proud of each one of these boys.  Hope you enjoy!

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Ok, so basically, I just follow this blog and oh and ah over all the great pics!  But with the photo challenge being boys, come on!  I have to have a pic somewhere that fits that category. As far as what pic to pick?!  I took this just yesterday, Father's Day, at our first Norwood family reunion . . . J and his cousin.  Gotta love 13 year-old boys!

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Last Labor Day we ventured to MCSC's Family Camp and so enjoyed ourselves that we were back for Memorial Day!  The big hit this year - Ga-ga Ball!    J in action (you hit -with your hands - a volleyball-sized ball around trying to get others out - by hitting them on the knee or below) . . . he loves this game! M on the tire swing . . . L on the rope swing . . .  and Baby Girl looking like such a

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Oh, how fun May has been . . . celebrating Mother's Day and Grandpa Books' birthday, the addition of Starla Joy ,  and a unexpected visit from out-of-town cousins! Add to that my father's graduation and my brother's engagement (should have taken a pic of that ring!), we'll be having more fun times to come!

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It seems springtime has finally arrived in Indiana!  Some of our first flowers of spring! Baby Girl loves to watch the birds and help Daddy fill the feeder. We have other visitor's outside our window too . . . the squirrels we try and keep away, but can you spot our other guest? He blends in so well, I am not sure if Baby Girl really saw him or not.

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The theme for L's scout cake bake this year - "Anything that Flies!"His idea Snoopy! (You know - Snoopy, the Red Baron)  The challenge was to find a cake he was able to do most of the work on.Here is what we found.  Great ideas and step-by-step instructions. L hard at work with the icing.  Great Job L!

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How we enjoy watching you grow!        Hope you have a wonderful day!

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We celebrated M's 7th birthday on Saturday. He won't actually be 7 until Monday, so I still have a few more hours of denial! We strayed from our usual green (St. Paddy's is so close!) theme and went with blue this year.  Blue Kool-aid, finger Jell-O, balloons and ice cream cake.  I can't believe my little boy is getting so big!

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It wasn't until I went to post that I realized exactly how long it has been since I had a post on my blog!  I guess the snowstorm, - temps and a nasty virus in the family just wasn't much to post about!  Any guess as to where our President's Day field trip was?! As it was a holiday, J was able to join us.  It was great to have him along! We all "got" to wear this beautiful accessory - which

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Today was the day we've been gearing up for!  The Pinewood Derby race for L's Cub Scouts.L and Dad checked the car in Friday night and it passed inspection with only slight modifications needed.  When we arrived on Saturday, all the cars were lined up and ready to go!  The can is for voting for the Best in Show award.  Whoever earns the most $, gets the trophy. L admiring the trophies.  He was

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I had started reading The Death and Life of the Great American School System: How Testing and Choice Are Undermining Education by Diane Ravitch just after Christmas hoping to finish before we started our schooling back up . . . not so much.  I can't recall where I heard about this book, but I was interested in reading it now that J is enrolled in public school.  I have noticed a very strong

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You gotta love Lego.  I mean, despite the outrageous prices they charge for pieces of plastic!  The newest craze at our house is Legos - Ninjago! Let me tell you how it all began . . . the week after Christmas, we received our *free* Lego magazine in the mail.  I use the term *free* because this magazine has contributed to the purchasing of many Lego sets.  In this issue, were ads for this new

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Day 359, Sunday, December 26thWow!  I've survived - another crazy Christmas and almost the end of Project 365!  Today was a great day to stay home and play with some of our Christmas presents.  This is L's - all put together!  Playing Mexican train dominoes with the family. Day 360, Monday, December 27thTime to put Christmas away.  We usually aren't this rushed to put it away, but because we

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Day 352, Sunday, December 19thBaby Girl loves this stuffed santa from our small group white elephant exchange!  She walks up to it and just shoves him over! Ha!  Day 353, Monday, December 20thHubby is home for the week on vacation and decided to go through some of his memorabilia . . he gave me his I.D. bracelet!  Did anyone else ever have one of these?  Day 354, Tuesday, December 21st When mom

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Day 345, Sunday, December 12thTonight we went to church for the Advent Night of Carols.  This is what happens when you leave these boys alone for a minute!  And this is what happens when you play with my camera when I'm not around - you get posted on my blog! M has another loose tooth! Day 346, Monday, December 13thI haven't posted a pic of our beloved Toby for awhile . . . this is what he has

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Day 338, Sunday, December 5thMy sister's Christmas tree tied to the top of their car.  Day 339, Monday, December 6thBaby Girl playing by herself, in one spot, for an extended period of time!  This doesn't happen very often, so I thought I'd better document it!  She caught me!  Gotta love that smile! Time to play out in the snow! Day 340, Tuesday, December 7thBaby Girl on the way home from bible

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I finally have my camera back!  I didn't know I would miss it so much.  I guess this Project 365 has made it become a part of me!  So I am making up for 2 weeks and filling in with some pictures taken after the actual day  - they are noted with an * - cause you know, I'm just like that.  Enjoy! Day 324, Sunday, November 21stI really can't believe I didn't take a picture!  My sister and her

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In case anyone out there's been wondering why I haven't posted anything  . . . we had a wonderful Thanksgiving at my father-in-law's, so great that I left my camera there and I haven't gotten it back yet!  I guess I will be missing more of Project 365 than I planned on!  I do have some great pics to post from before I left the camera behind.  I have really missed some great photo ops too! 

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Day 317, Sunday, November 14thI started making Baby Girl's book tonight . . . as you can see, I didn't get very far. Day 318, Monday, November 15thJ's new hat was delivered today - I love his pose, not sure he really thought I was gonna take a picture :) Day 319, Tuesday, November 16thI had to take a picture of Baby Girl in her matching vest and hat (a great hand-me-down from cousin Sophie!).  It

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Day 310, Sunday, November 7thWell, I finally got the bug that has been rampant in our house . . . so no picture today :(! Day 311, Monday, November 8thAnother sick day - no school, no picture! Day 312, Tuesday, November 9thToday we went back out into the world.  I must say it was a long day!  But, it was a beautiful day - loved the warmth and the sun!  Here we were playing in the plaza downtown

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Day 303, Sunday, October 31stWe had a great day planned with some small group members.  We were going to have a chili dinner, take a hay-ride and carve pumpkins.  But, due to our yucky sickness, none of that happened!  So much for making plans.  Day 304, Monday, November 1stAnother one down . . . J was home today with the cursed bug.  As you can see, we enjoyed him being here! Day 305, Tuesday,

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Day 296, Sunday, October 24thAnother beautiful fall day and Baby Girl's first "walk" back to Nana and Papa's. Mother-Son date night at church.  We made our own pizzas and watched a movie together. Day 297, Monday, October 24th Scout awards tonight!  L was really looking forward to it - until they mentioned that he would be getting his face painted like an Indian.  L has never liked

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Day 289, Sunday, October 17th What a beautiful fall day!  J raking leaves . . . and my sister's yummy salad for small group. Day 290, Monday, October 18th I am so proud of my husband - not only did he accumulate 2, 487 miles in these shoes, but he was able to say good-bye to all of them!  Trust me, he has plenty more in the closet! Day 291, Tuesday, October 19thBaby Girl finally managed to keep

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Day 282, Sunday, October 10thFinally, a picture for Sunday.  I had to take it before we even left for church, because I knew it wouldn't happen otherwise!  Baby Girl taking Toby for a walk!  Well, not really, but she follows him around with the leash thinking she can. Day 283, Monday, October 11th This is how I live vicariously through my kids - by letting them sleep in when I cannot! Day 284,

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He turns 13 today.  I love you, J.  I still love your smile and love that you are my blond-haired boy with a quick wit and gentle heart.  I love you for who you've been, who you are and who you are becoming.  I love you for teaching me unconditional love as an infant, selflessness as a toddler, patience as a boy and to trust in God as a pre-teen.  I hope you have a wonderful day!

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Day 275, Sunday, October 3rdNo picture - boo! Sundays! Day 276, Monday, October 4thWe have recently joined a science co-op with some friends and this was our first project.  Chicken bones in vinegar!  After 3 days they turn rubbery - very fun, but dangerous?!  I don't think L really likes the results (or else it was the vinegar smell!). Day 277, Tuesday, October 5thNo picture, but a very busy

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I am having a hard time getting pictures taken and posted lately, but I just can't give up on Project 365 yet!  This week has been the worst so far and I will definitely try and do better for the next one!  Day 268, Sunday, September26 thYeah . . . no picture today.  There is just something about Sundays! Day 269, Monday, September 27thM has started taking piano now that he is in the first grade.

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Day 261, Sunday, September 19th Saying good-night!  Since Baby Girl has the earlier bedtime it has become a ritual to give night-kisses to everyone before bed.  I usually carry her from Dad to boys for this, but then I couldn't catch how cute it is! Day 262, Monday, September 20thIt is official - we have a cub scout in the family!  Isn't he handsome?!  Lovin' the uniform!!  And quite the popcorn

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Day 254, Sunday, September 12th After staying up all night to get these done - what else would I take a picture of?! Day 255, Monday, September 13thBaby Girl's favorite toy - the laundry basket!  And what a great big brother to push her around in it! It took me 2 shots to get smiles, just not both at the same time! Day 256, Tuesday, September 14thBaby Girl at J's cross-country meet modeling her

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Day 247, Saturday, September 5thOur first full day at family camp.  Ok, so we didn't exactly "camp", but we did stay at a campground!  Our humble abode for the weekend . . . How did they all live together in "Little House Days"?! Day 248, Monday, September 6thThe family camp had a Labor Day 5K that D and J participated in.  Gettin ready to go! D won overall and J took first in his age group!

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So, my excuse for the late post is the holiday (and all that comes after going away for the weekend) and my excuse for the pathetic picture taking up until said weekend is also the holiday (and all that comes with getting ready to go away for the weekend) and a little girl who still wasnt' feel great!  Next week is better - really! Day 240, Sunday August 29th Baby Girl is still not feeling quite

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Day 233, Sunday, August 22ndWell, no picture again . . . Baby Girl was not feeling well all weekend :(.  Day 234, Monday, August 23rdThis is a common site now - J doing homework!  Notice the ice pack on his legs for his shins.  He is participating in cross-country along with adjusting to school - busy boy! Day 235, Tuesday, August 24thBaby Girl "helping" M empty the dishwasher.  Day 236,

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Day 226, Sunday, August 15thAgain, didn't realize I didn't have a picture till I went to post!!  Maybe I was still recovering from the Pulsefest?  I was going to post more on that too . . . maybe this week . . . Day 227, Monday, August 16thSorry for the bad picture, but the camera didn't focus well and then the batteries went dead!  So, this is the only one I had.  We had bought this chair for

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Day 219, Sunday, August 8thHubby and J went on their father-son trip today, so we had some game time tonight!  This game is called "Draw What?"  This is a big, dancing snail!  Good job L! Day 220, Monday, August 9thSomeone got a Barnes and Noble gift card for their birthday (no, not me, but my birthday is coming up, hint-hint) and wanted to get some Choose Your Own Adventure books.  Baby Girl

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For L's 10th birthday he wanted an Army party with a sleepover.  I realized that we usually go all out for his birthday, esp. compared to the others.  I was trying to figure out why and I think it is because he is very particular!  He knows exactly want he wants and rarely asks for much, so it really shows when it is birthday time.  You have to look tough if you're a soldier! (Thanks Papa for

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Here is the video of J and Toby for the showmanship portion of judging.  This was the first year for both of them.  The obedience was more for Toby and J was judged on the showmanship.  They both did a great job and received 191 out of 200 for showmanship.  Notice, the rapid wagging of the tail when the judge approached! 

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Come to the Elkhart County-4-H-Fair! On our first visit, we saw the Elephant Encounter, dressed up as a bee-keeper,  and watched J and Toby in the obedience judging for dog club. Notice, we are the only ones with a Jack Russell terrier . . . do you know why no one else enters a Jack Russell terrier? This is why! On our second visit, we rode the ferris wheel - what a view on a beautiful day! Took

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I don't know about you, but this week was a rough one!  I found myself looking for something to take a picture of at the end of the day.  Needless to say, most of the pics are of things and not people.  Oh well, I guess some weeks are like that.  Here's hoping I am a little more on the ball next week! Day 212, Sunday, August 1stYeah, Toby, this is about all I want to do to!  Maybe there is

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Wow!  What a week!  Summer is flying by and we have been so busy.  This project is helping me stop (at the end of the week at least) and enjoy some of the busier times!  Oh, yeah, and I was off a day last week, I think, so I tried to correct, but then I visited someone else's Project 365 and my numbers were way off - oh, well, I'll see where I end up at the end of the year!  Day 205-Sunday,

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Happy Birthday L!  I can't believe you are double digits now!  Hope you have a wonderful day! L and his favorite pastime - reading!

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Day 198, Sunday, July 18thPool party at the Bollenbacher's!  Our wonderful hosts of a wonderful time! Day 199, Monday, July 19thIt was beautiful . . . I don't think the picture does it justice! Day 200, Tuesday, July 20thDoes anyone else use baking soda/water mix for a bee sting or is it just something I learned from my mom?  It was only a sweat bee and I am not sure if it really helps or was

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We had a play date last Wednesday - Baby Girl and Rylan liked to hang out . . . Isn't she a cutie!  Baby Girl was not so sure about sharing some of her stuff . . . and what is in her mouth? See Mom, I still fit! Look what I found! I think they had fun together!

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Day 191, Sunday, July 11th I guess after all the birthday hullabaloo, I forgot to take a picture! Day 191, Monday, July 12th Baby Girl's birthday!  And I thought she was getting big . . . but this picture shows just how big J is getting! Day 193, Tuesday, July 13thWe had my nephew stay overnight.  I just love the little guys playing cars.  Day 194, Wednesday, July 14thI had the privilege of

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My father-in-law just sent this one and I had to share it!  Talk about the center of attention!  Except, I don't think she ever realized it!

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Baby Girl was surrounded by friends and family for her 1st birthday.  I don't think she quite understood what was going on!  She became shy when we all started singing (either that or we sounded really bad) and tried to hide her head in my shoulder.   Present time!  Even the boys were excited to see what she would get!I think she like the card a little too much! She was not really interested in

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Baby Girl is 12 months old today!  She is such a blessing!  Happy Birthday Baby Girl!  Here is a look back through the year!

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Day 185, Sunday, July 4thWe didn't do much for the holiday, just hung out and relaxed.  Baby Girl loves to play in her pool . . .until she tries to get out of it . . .Daddy thought it was funny that she ended up with a face full of grass! Day 186, Monday, July 5thWhat a long weekend is good for - getting some projects started around the house.  The plants will come this fall.  And the big patch

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Day 178, Sunday, June 27th My hubby and I got some alone time to go to a wedding of a childhood friend.  It was located on Lake Michigan at an aquatorium.  Below is the Chicago skyline from across the lake.  Afterwards we enjoyed a nice stroll along the water. Day 179, Monday, June 28thM's money has been burning a hole in his pocket.  Actually, J is the only saver in the bunch.  In the

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I'm a little late for this weeks Project 365, we were out of internet/phone (gasp) since Thursday!  Realized today when I called Comcast it would have been back on sometime Friday, if the hubby hadn't unplugged it!  Oh well, it was a good break from all things online! Day 171, Sunday, June 20thBathtime with Baby Girl!  She loves her bath - can you tell?! Went to the Leeper Park Art Festival in

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Day 164, Sunday, June 13thA beautiful day to spend with old and new friends. Day 165, Monday, June 14thL has started running with Dad.  He is really starting to show me how much he is growing . . . he braved the East Race last week with a squeel of delight, rowed around a pond all by himself last Sunday and climbed the windmill on Saturday (didn't have the camera for a picture of that!).  Day

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Day 157-Sunday, June 6th We had two extra little boys today - a busy and exhausting, but very enjoyable day!  The 3 year old sang and played the piano for us - as only a 3 year old can do!  Wishing I had gotten him on video! Day 158, Monday, June 7thL and M started their first of 10 swimming lessons today at a local high school.  Every day for 2 weeks!  It's amazing how much improvement there

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It's already that time again!  Baby Girl is another month old!  Someone said to me this last week "She's almost one, right?"  "No, she's almost 11 months old!"  I'm still going by months!  She is all over the place and in my opinion, she is the CUTEST GIRL EVER!

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Day 150, Sunday, May 30th The garden is officially planted!  Yeah!  I had some wonderful friends come over on Thursday and we made short work of it.  There are still a few things left to plant, mulching to be done and (since we've had some wonderful rain) weeding to begin! Day 151, Monday, May 31st We went to the Memorial Day Parade in downtown Mishawaka.  They did a great job - no candy(!),

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Thanks to all who gave and those who continue to give . . . Thanks for the last 13 years, babe!

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We started our Memorial Day Weekend of with a race this year!  All of the boys competed - D in the 15k, J in the 5k and L and M in the Fun Run!  They all did very well and had fun too!M and L getting ready to run! M with his "fast" hairdo - a faux-hawk! And they are off! Here is M coming across the finish - he did so good!  He has had a sore ankle, so I was so proud he kept running and didn't

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Day 143, Sunday May 23rdW were watching the son of some friends us for the weekend.  He is such a good friend to L.  I love that! Day 144, Monday, May 24thL had an orthodontist appt.  No work to be done yet, we'll have to wait 6 months and see . . . so why not grab some DQ?! Day 145, Tuesday, May 25thDodge Ball day at the park with our homeschool group.  Wrapping the year up! Day 146,

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Day 136, Sunday, May 16thBaby Girl at our small group cook-out!  She loves being outside, especially if there is food involved!  Day 137, Monday, May 17thMy Aunt Mary and Bobby were in town for a visit.  Aunt Mary and Bobby were here last year at this time; I was pregnant and my sister had just found out she was expecting too!  I remember her husband asking how it was to be pregnant by myself (

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Just wanted to share our hymn for the month of May!  What a joy to see my boys singing along!  And yes, youtube can be very helpful when mom doesn't know the tune (or sound near as good as this lady)!

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This Sunday was our last small group for this year.  It was also the last small group (with this group) for our family.  After much prayer and discussion, and with sadness, yet excitement, we have decided to host a new group in our home this upcoming year.  How very bittersweet.  We have been meeting with this group since M was little, just over 5 years!  We have formed wonderful friendships,

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Vol.4, Chapter XVII "As a matter of fact, it is easier to do the definite work of school or profession than the easily evaded, indefinite work which belongs to the home daughter."

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Day 129, Sunday, May 9thHappy Mother's Day!  We dedicated Baby Girl at church today!  This is something that our church does every Mother's Day.  It is really a public announcement that we are going to do our best to raise up our child to follow Jesus and the church is going to take part in that also.  Not only was this special because it was on Mother's Day, but Baby Girl was dedicated with

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Well, it's official - she's growing up right before my eyes!  I know I say this each time, but I can't believe I'm posting another month!  She has gotten in her first 2 teeth, is almost crawling and is more animated every day!  We are starting to see some more personality and a little bit of attitude!  It's so much fun seeing who she is going to be.  And I think I might have enough hair for a

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Vol. 4, Chapter VI:  My Lord Chief Attorney-General, Reason Good and Sensible Persons come to Opposite Conclusions:  "On questions of war and peace and politics, of religion, of education, of public works, of clothing, of food, in fact, upon any and every point, you will find it possible that the Reason of equally good and equally intelligent people will bring them to quite opposite conclusions.

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A few photos from a very fun and full week. Day 122, Sunday, May 2nd Day 123, Monday, May 3rd Day 124, Tuesday, May 4th Day 125, Wednesday, May 5th Day 127, Friday, May 7th Day 128, Saturday, May 8th

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Day 115-Sunday, April 25th Papa got his pheasants. M made sure we knew that we had to be very quiet or they might "get all freaked out". Day 116-Monday, April 26thDan and J went back to release the pheasants for Papa.  The goal is for them to 1) survive, 2)nest and raise their young, 3) so my dad not to have to purchase them next year.  We've already seen one dead, and two have ventured into our

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Bear with me, this is a long one!  I thought it well worth all the typing! Vol. 4, Chapter XVII "Bargains. - There is another failure in integrity which people do not realise to be as debasing as debt, though probably its effects are as bad; and that is the bargain-hunting in which even right-minded persons allow themselves.      It arises from an error in thought.  People set out with the idea

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Day 108Sunday, April 18thBaby Girl now has two teeth!  Her first one came in Saturday night and the second on Wednesday.  They were hard to see at first, but she kept feeling them with her tongue. Day 109Monday, April 19thYummy muffins made from carrot pulp left over from juicing. Day 110Tuesday, April 20th Day 111Wednesday, April 21stBaby girl found a new toy at Nana's.  She thought she was big

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One blog I visit frequently had some info about Food, Inc. airing on PBS this week.  I've heard about this documentary from a number of sources and wanted to pass the info on!  What I love about PBS, is there are multiple chances to view!  Let me know what you think if you get a chance to watch it!  Check out the post for more info!

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After my Project 365 post, I had some comments about our Sharpie party for Karate.  Hopefully, this will fill in some details!  At Karate there is a game they play called knife fight.  Yeah, I know, sounds great, but the boys love it!  Your hands are your "knives" the goal is to not to get hit.  Once hit, you either are out or lose an appendage depending on which version you are playing.  The

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Vol. 4, Chapter VIII The Ordering of Our Thoughts  "To know that we must order our thoughts; that we can do so; and how and when to interfere with the career of these same thoughts, is not the whole, but, I believe, it is half, the battle."

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Day 101Sunday, April 11thSpring is here and with it comes lots to do!  Time for fishing with Dad on a Sunday afternoon. Day 102Monday, April 12thToday we went back to mom's to start our seedlings for our garden!  Day 103Tuesday, April 13thSo sad, all I took a picture of was ice cream I didn't have time to eat it at work, but savored when I got home! Day 104Wednesday, April 14thPicture Study:  We

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How quickly the months fly by!  It seems as if I was just posting Baby Girl's 6 month picture . . . She is growing so much and learning so quickly.  She isn't crawling yet, but is moving in that direction (actually, backward when she tries).  She can sign "all done" and "more", we are still working on "please". She is starting to copy things we do (putting a toy on top of another one) and likes

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Vol. 4, Chapter XX, Part IV Vocation, Preparation: "All callings have one thing in common - they are of use; a person may prepare for his calling years before he knows what it is."  " . . . boys and girls who would be ready for their chances in life must have well-trained, active bodies; alert, intelligent, and well-informed minds; and generous hearts, ready to dare and do all for any who may

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Wow! I've hit the 100 mark!  Ok . . . almost . . . I have missed a few days here and there.  This week was full of trying to get back into the swing of things after vacation and just enjoying being at home.  Day 97 Wednesday, April 7th Toby was wore out after staying with some friends while we were in NC.  I think he slept for 2 days straight!  Very unusual for this dog! Day 98Thursday, April

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Monday, April 5th Time to go home . . . thanks for having us all!  We had a wonderful visit! and what is better to be stuck in traffic next to than a trailer full of pigs!!

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Easter Sunday, April 4th   The cousins all having some Easter fun! And since, Baby Girl was sleeping during the above photo, she gets her own! And my lovely sister!  Isn't this a great picture of her?!  Me and my brave (for driving me and 4 kids 12 hours away) husband!  Thanks babe!

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Saturday, April 3 What a busy, but fun day!  We made Easter baskets . . . glue hands (a new experience for my boys) . . . did some hiking and picture taking (maybe just a little too much!) . . . and D came in 1st for his age group at the "Bunny Run"!

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Friday, April 2 Hanging out with the cousins! 

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Thursday, April 1We made it to NC!  Everyone was glad!  We were glad to be out of the van and the cousins were glad we finally made it!  We were greeted by a note on the front door that read "Took Ethan to emergency room, will be back soon!".  We almost fell for the April Fool's joke - except for the van in the driveway and a cousin peeking through the curtain!

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Wednesday, March 31 On our way to NC!  Baby Girl was not impressed with the pool!The boys (of course) loved it!

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Ok, so last week was a really off week for Project 365.  I just wasn't feeling it.  I am going to try to do better this week, which is going to be interesting.  We've already had our house turned upside while a new water heater was being installed . . . and are getting ready to pay a visit to my sister!  This pic was taken at my nephew's birthday party on Sunday.  Baby girl and G and G Gorbics.

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M modeling his new swim goggles!  Getting ready for summer!

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No school today, it was a sick day.  Baby Girl was up last night getting sick and L hada headache and a fever.  M is helping by washing his sister's toys.  Aren't bubbles fun?!

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Lovin' Steak'n Shake!

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Wordless (and pictureless) Wednesday! :(

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MondayThe boys at one of their two forts.  I have a feeling they will be out there alot this summer! SundayD and I stayed up Sunday night juicing, making butter and muffins.  Homemade is alot more work, but was much more fun together.  This is the whip cream stage. 

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Vol. 4 Chap. XIX, Principles:  Justice in Motive: "Good principles are offered to us in an unobtrusive way, with little force and little urging.  Bad principles are clamorous and urgent, drowning the voice of conscience by noisy talk, inviting us to go the way we are inclined and to do the thing we like."

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Happy Birthday to my nephew!His nickname is "Little Man". Can you guess what the theme was?

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Still celebrating a birthday-presents are fun, especially when they come in the mail!

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This is the Easter dress we didn't pick.

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