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10.31.24
In September, I mentioned I was going to be absent for a while. As I was packing for my SEVEN-week adventure, Frank encouraged me to pack my laptop, which has been an all-around blessing (creating a photo album, researching, and of course, this blog post!). Where am I? I’ll give you a few hints: Scroll… Continue reading
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10.22.24 Preparing for Zambia
October has been a frenzy of delight, adventure, second-guessing myself, and ultimately a life-changing month I will cherish for years to come. In September, our friend Hector came to visit us in Colorado. We have been friends with Hector and Paola for well over eight years, and to our delight, have continued to stay in… Continue reading
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9.30.24
September is my favorite month, partly because fall is my favorite season and it’s my birthday month! For my 39th birthday on September 10th, Frank completed his check-ride for his pilot’s license, and I kept relatively busy. I spent time over at a friend’s reading and sipping tea, while waiting for a contractor to show… Continue reading
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8.30.24
This month, I traveled to Washington D.C., Shenandoah National Park, and Detroit. I spent much time with my brother, his wife, and their four children. Some highlights were the First Wives Hall in the Smithsonian American History Museum, hiking toward Rapidian Camp in the Shenandoah National Park, and celebrating my Grandma’s 94th birthday in Detroit.… Continue reading
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7.30.24
June saw many changes not mentioned last month. It started with traveling to South Carolina to snuggle my new nephew, and creating memories with his three older siblings. My sister and I have a newfound bond over Frog & Toad episodes. We also did some camping at the Royal Gorge and the Great Sand Dunes… Continue reading
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6.30.24
June warms the crusty earth with bright rays and the promise of longer days with the crescendo of the summer solstice this month. Longer days make for the perfect backdrop of icy cold waters sending shivers up our toes, sticky marshmallow fireside chats, and crisp starry nights awakening to golden summer days. Summer days often… Continue reading
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5.25.24
Today, I am three days post kindergarten graduation. I officially turned off the light of my classroom two days ago, and wept as my dear friend prayed with me for the future God has ordained for our family. It feels slightly odd knowing that I have “plans” yet not knowing when, where, how, or why… Continue reading
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For Mother’s Day
Dear Mothers, Today, we all have a story of the journey to become parents. Some of us are still waiting for that story to come to fruition or have experienced loss and pain which makes this day incredibly hard. Today, I am thinking of those who long to be mothers (single, infertility, miscarriage, etc.), those… Continue reading
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Adoption Update 4.30.24
It is the end of April, which signifies the end of another school year is coming to a close. It is hard to believe in a little over three weeks, I will say goodbye to another round of students and transition to staying home. A lot of different plans and ideas are developing. Still, we… Continue reading
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Adoption Update 3.21.24
Home Study Is Being Finalized: Frank and I are excited that our home study is in its final stages and are thrilled to have completed this significant milestone! Temporary Profile: We completed our temporary profile for Lifetime Adoption, which will allow us to be showcased once we make our final payment and complete our home study. Profile,… Continue reading
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