Monthly Archives: March 2009
The NAV Bible (New Anna Version)
Last week, Anna got into trouble at Pre-School. When I found out about it, I let her know that she was in trouble, and I would have to tell her dad about it. John Henry, self-appointed Sheriff of Moral Order, … Continue reading
If You Look Up Mercy, You Might Find His Picture.
A few quotables from my dad I try to live by: 1) Nothing good happens after at midnight. Wherever you’re going to be, be there by then. 2) Vengeance belongs to God. Not me. 3) His mercies are new every … Continue reading
Filed under Kid Stuff, life, Randomness, Uncategorized
Different Eyes
As I was taking John Henry to school the other day, he noticed how small the trees were around us. We had just spent time in Georgia where the trees are tall, lush, and plentiful. This fact can, often times, … Continue reading
Filed under God Stuff, Kid Stuff, Spiritual Journey
That’s My Boat
The title is clearly lost if you don’t read in your best Forest Gump voice. Here are a few more photos from the Takle Family Spring Break 2009. Kris’ response to this shrimp boat was “I’ve got twelve Jenny’s.” … Continue reading
Filed under gratitude, Kid Stuff, Randomness
Self Portraits On Love Island.
I love how I look gigantor in this picture next to Kris. What up with that? Then, in an attempt to get some new profile shots for Twitter and whatnot, I took this self-portrait: What makes me laugh about this … Continue reading
And, if I see a set of scales, I’m gonna holler.
Back home. And, what’s done is done. The display I put on last week in the Peach State – then on a getaway to Amelia Island – is somewhat regrettable. I don’t even want to see the numbers. There is … Continue reading
Filed under life, Relationships
The Greatest Decision.
I’m not one for seeing two five o’clocks in the same day. I’m a girl who appreciates sleep. But, Saturday morning meant everyone in the Takle household would have to stretch before sunrise. John Henry stirred much sooner than we … Continue reading
Filed under parenting, Spiritual Journey
Our Little Circle of Love.
For more than twenty-four hours, Kris and I searched for his wedding band. “The last time I saw it, it was on the kitchen counter,” I told him. “I know. Me, too,” he agreed. So, we searched. And, we searched … Continue reading
Friday Funnies.
My kids make me laugh. Here are some of their recent quotes. John Henry: “Everybody was born in a hospital except Jesus.” Anna (When I told her Nan was on the phone to talk to her): “Tell her I’ll talk … Continue reading
Filed under Kid Stuff
Letting go.
There are times that I tell God that I want whatever He wants for me. Sometimes, I even mean it. Other times, I’m afraid to tell Him I want what He wants, because… Well, because, what if He doesn’t want … Continue reading
Filed under Spiritual Journey
