Tag Archives: Believe

Our Seasonal Visitors

They arrived last night—on the heels of subzero temperatures and flurries. Four wee elves. (Sometime after the Colts lost a painful game in overtime to the Cowboys.) The Christmas season has officially begun, now that the elves are ensconced safely … Continue reading

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Our Elves…Christmas Season Helpers

“The Elves are here!!” yelled Greyson the other morning as he tumbled into my bed. He didn’t stay snuggled in long with me, as he was off—back downstairs to take another peek and to add an ornament to the Advent … Continue reading

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My Definition of Family

I have always believed that a family is defined by love, not biology. Watching my children evolve into tweens, teens, and young adults reinforces my belief. At the heart of it, they are sisters and brothers. At the heart of it, … Continue reading

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