“Happily ever after is not a fairy tale. It’s a choice." Fawn Weaver, American author, "Happy Wives Club" You know how when you're first dating, practically anything he does makes you smile. The way he says your name, the way he sips his coffee, the way he sneezes. And, then, there's that undefinable moment --… Continue reading A matched set
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A license with a side of fries
“I sighed. I hated the maze of bureaucracy with a passion, but I've found the best way to deal with it is to smile and act stupid. That way, no one gets confused.” Kim Harrison, American author Few situations threaten my Christian witness more than a visit to the Department of Motor Vehicles. It's a… Continue reading A license with a side of fries
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“Let us dance in the sun, wearing wild flowers in our hair...” Susan Polis Schutz, American poet Most people don't live their lives on an academic schedule. Most people don't live in our house, either. Here, from the moment my husband's and daughters' final days of school fall into sync until classes rev back up… Continue reading Refresh button
A bird party, a big bird party!
"To the tree! To the tree! ... What is up there on top of that tree? A dog party! A big dog party!" P.D. Eastman, "Go, Dog. Go!" When our daughters were little, they could recite Go, Dog. Go! from memory, the lines above being their absolute favorite. And, why wouldn't they be? It's hard to not enjoy the humor of crayon-colored dogs driving themselves… Continue reading A bird party, a big bird party!
An end to an end?
“If you opt for a safe life, you will never know what it's like to win.” Richard Branson, British entrepreneur It's amazing what you can learn from reality TV. Just last night, I watched Master Chef with my daughters, mesmerized by the beat-the-clock skills of various contestants. One young woman particularly caught our attention --… Continue reading An end to an end?
Nora Edinger -- JOY Journal 