A Mouse in the House

Caution: this story deals with the realities of life in the mean cul-de-sacs (culs-de-sac?) of Bend. It may shock and disturb. You’ve been warned. You know how after losing his family and fortune, Job said, “The thing that I feared has come upon me.” Remember that? Well, today, I am […]

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Tuesday's Child, Volume 3

Oh, goodness…let me first start with an apology. Because of my focus this week on MY child (and my emotional instability upon losing her to the world outside our city), I didn’t get the post ready that I intended – the one that would introduce you to a truly beautiful […]

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Saying Goodbye

So, this is the day that my girl leaves. Maybe I’ve never mentioned that her love language is gift giving? Her love language is gift giving. She shops and plans and searches for the perfect gift for those she loves. A few months ago, she started planning for this very […]

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Bo Concept

I try not to pay too much attention to the searches that lead to my blog…it can just be weird, you know? Recently, however, I noticed a trend of people landing here who are searching for furniture. Interesting, yes? Yes. Because I – to my knowledge – have never posted […]

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Tuesday's Child, Vol. 2

I love this photo – my brother-in-law, Jon, posted it several months ago on his blog and it moved me deeply then. I love Kings Kids Village! It’s spacious and beautiful and situated on several lush, green acres that are perfect for running and playing and kicking a soccer ball. […]

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