Posted in Motherhood, Parenting, tagged boys, pregnancy on June 25, 2008 | 9 Comments »
Despite the nagging suspicions that I was carrying a girl, our ultrasound today confirmed that we are in fact having another boy. Boy number 4. And, very likely, child number last. The other three were with Grandma and Grandpa today, so Troy and I had a great time to bond over the [...]
Posted in Family, Motherhood, tagged pregnancy announcement on March 11, 2008 | 31 Comments »
Posted in Children, Motherhood on February 2, 2008 | 3 Comments »
Today my 18 month old, Judah said the word, “fuzz,” while reaching for his ball of yarn. Not “milk,” or “juice,” or “apple”…but “fuzz.” Here’s the story:
Each of my boys have had a blankie. For the most part, a blankie has been chosen for the boy, and simply encouraged through regular use. [...]
Posted in Bible, Children, Christ, Christian Life, Family, Home, Marriage, Motherhood, Spiritual Formation, tagged Bible Study, Carolyn Mahaney, Feminine Appeal on December 7, 2007 | 1 Comment »
Our ladies’ Bible Study at church just completed a study through Feminine Appeal, Seven Virtues of A Godly Wife and Mother, by Carolyn Mahaney. It was my second or third time through the book, but first time leading a group of mostly younger gals who have been married under five years. I think [...]
Posted in Bible, Christ, Christian Life, Faith, Family, Motherhood, Parenting, Spiritual Formation, tagged Idolatry, John Piper, Jonathan Edwards, Thanksgiving, traditions on November 19, 2007 | No Comments »
Having grown up in a Chinese immigrant, non-Christian home, I come each year to the Thanksgiving season with few memories and fewer traditions. As a child, I knew something of pilgrims and turkey dinners, but always felt removed from the familial traditions and rich heritage that surrounds this holiday. While Thanksgiving [...]
Posted in Bible, Children, Family, Motherhood, Parenting on November 14, 2007 | 1 Comment »
Well, friends, the 26 letter journey has come to an end. If you have traced the No-Regrets steps during this last month, you may have picked up a new habit, pursuit, or perspective along the way. Here are the last four…thank you for those of you who’ve brainstormed with me.
Z is for Zeal.
n: [...]
Posted in Children, Christian Life, Church, Food, Motherhood, Parenting, Sewing, tagged Baby shower, baking, church family, nursing cover-up, Sewing, storybook cake on November 10, 2007 | 5 Comments »
There’s something in the water at our church. A sweet baby girl was born to our friends, the Cawoods, this afternoon at the very time of a baby shower given in honor of another couple from church, Megan and Brian. At the shower alone were two more pregnant ladies. Aaahhh….we [...]
Posted in Bible, Children, Christ, Christian Life, Family, Marriage, Motherhood, Parenting, tagged arguing, contentment, quality time, Toys, Unity, Value on November 4, 2007 | No Comments »
V is for Value.
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:21
We all treasure our children and love them unconditionally, yet somehow most children struggle (especially as teenagers) with their sense of value. It makes me think: love and affection alone does not sufficiently communicate value. What, then, [...]
Posted in Children, Family, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Parenting on November 3, 2007 | No Comments »
S is for Silliness.
The words I hope my children use to describe me when they are grown: loving, gentle, honest, wise, diligent, godly, trustworthy, consistent, brave, funny and silly. I want my kids to know the real me–the woman that has a loud laugh, a penchant for impersonation, and an inner hip-hopper [...]
Posted in Bible, Children, Christ, Christian Life, Faith, Family, Motherhood on October 31, 2007 | 1 Comment »
Back to the ABC’s…
Q is for Quiet Time.
For this particular instance, I’m referring to the “quiet time” we have with our heavenly Father as followers of Christ. (I do wholeheartedly advocate down time, or quiet time reading and playing alone, for children as well!) If you struggle to have a disciplined time with God [...]
, and am enjoying the opportunity to teach and disciple my children at home. When not busy with family, I love to paint, sew, garden, host teas, cook, play the piano, mentor younger ladies, and redecorate my girlfriends' homes.
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