Well, she tried for all of 2 seconds before throwing it on the floor and going the direct route.
Category: Family
Apple Orchard
One of the minor benefits of homeschooling is getting to go to the apple orchard on a Wednesday morning when there is almost no one else there. We had a great time feeding the animals, having cider and doughnuts, and just running around in the lovely orchard. Something we could not have let the 2-year-olds… Continue reading Apple Orchard
A Great Milestone
From the time we teach our kids the ABCs, we are constantly reminding them that it will one day be their great privilege to read the inspired Word of God all by themselves. Tonight Chris and I were amazingly blessed to listen to our Emily read this Psalm to us: Psalm 116 1 I love… Continue reading A Great Milestone
A Snake is a Snake is a Snake
The snake in the basement has been captured and released outside where it belongs. I’m not usually one to give away the ending, but when snakes are involved there is no reason to add to the drama. Yesterday, I was in the basement sorting out 9 loads of laundry. I hate laundry. I wish we… Continue reading A Snake is a Snake is a Snake
Family Fun
As expected the Evans family vacation was rich for blog material. Never a dull moment. Highlights include: My sister’s complete abandonment of self-awareness as she attempted to give an interpretive dance of our personalities (almost didn’t make it to the bathroom for that one). My Dad initiated a devotional time each morning from all the guys. … Continue reading Family Fun
Quotable Day
These are a few of my quotes from the day. It’s been a doozy. “Happy Birthday Lovey” “Yeah, I agree. Her head is much straighter” “Oooh. The carpet is sooo nice! I could run up and down the stairs all day. I guess I already do that.” “Loves! Help! I can’t keep everyone safe!” “NO… Continue reading Quotable Day
5 Blessings from the Month of May
Since I’ve missed an entire month of blogging, I’ll just fill you in on 5 blessings from the month of May: 1) Highlight of the month was definitely our trip to Philadelphia (which may be the closest our girls will get to experiencing brotherly love). The city was impressive to be sure, at least what we… Continue reading 5 Blessings from the Month of May
Race Weekend
Life has been much too busy for my liking the last few weeks, hence no updates. Not even 20 minutes for a blog entry. But tonight, kids are in bed, Chris is out with the guys for a much needed break, and I’m in my pjs with a diet coke (caffeine free at this time of night). Ahhh… The feeling… Continue reading Race Weekend
6 Years of Grace
I cannot believe that we have a 6-year-old! It’s easy to believe that Emily IS 6 (sometimes she acts more like she is 26); but it’s really nothing short of a miracle that we’ve made it this far. 6 years ago we brought her home from the hospital wondering how we were going to keep… Continue reading 6 Years of Grace
Reality
Take 3 When it comes to portrait photography, I’m a bit of a realist. Pictures should help us remember, not pretend. No pretending here. I think this might qualify for that fail blog website. Oh well, if I looked back 30 years from now and saw 5 perfectly dressed little girls all sitting still … Continue reading Reality
Talking Wall 