Monthly Archives: April 2010
Shhh…
That’s what I’d tell your right this second if you walked into my house. It’s 9:43pm on the bottom right of my computer screen. Jett is in bed making little grunty noises. I hear an occasional whimper. I go into … Continue reading
Filed under Motherhood, parenting
The Secret of Her Success.
My young athlete scored 8 of her team’s 11 goals at Saturday’s soccer game. She told her Nan, “I just turned on my speed and asked God to help me. But, don’t tell the green team.” When I later asked … Continue reading
Filed under God Stuff, Kid Stuff, parenting, Uncategorized
The Warrior.
(Lynn with her sweet grandchildren) She’s one of the greatest women of God I’ve ever known. She loves her family the way I imagine God called all mothers and daughters to love their families. She loves the local the church … Continue reading
Filed under Friendship, prayer
Dear Oklahoma.
Dear Oklahoma, I didn’t know you on April 19, 1995. But, I know you today. When I think of how you hurt 15 years ago, it hurts my heart. I admire how you honor and remember those affected by the … Continue reading
She Marches To the Beat of A Different Drummer.
See? Anna had her Spring Music Program last night. I requested she pose for a picture or two. And, this is what she gave me. I don’t know. We don’t even ask any more. I caught a little video clip … Continue reading
Filed under Kid Stuff
Little Splinters Hurt.
Anna loves to climb our wooden fence. Unfortunately, splinters are likely when she grabs the fence with her small, tender hands. She knows this. But sometimes, the reward outweighs the risk, so she climbs away. When she came inside from … Continue reading
Filed under Kid Stuff, Spiritual Journey
She’s A Fly Girl Who Loves Her Country.
Meet Beth Ruby. She’s my super cool, brave friend serving in the Air Force. Oh, and she’s pretty much the smartest chick I know, too. She wrote this post a while back, and I asked her permission to post it … Continue reading
Filed under giving, making an impact
Grace For the Season.
What was I thinking? I mean, starting all over again with the baby stuff? The sleepless nights, the diapers that require hazmat suits and masks, the feedings….by hand? I was thinking that God wanted a Mr. Jett Takle to be … Continue reading
Filed under God Stuff, life, Motherhood, pregnancy
What’s Going On?
Thank you, Marvin Gaye. I’m sure you’ve all been wondering the same, no? Well, I’ve been a bit busy. Well, not necessarily busy in the days leading up to childbirth. However, it was becoming increasingly difficult to reach the keyboard … Continue reading
Filed under Kid Stuff, Motherhood, pregnancy
