I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go (Genesis 28:15) My oldest started first grade today. Yes, her school is holding in-person instruction five days a week. Though my husband and I are so glad she’s able to attend in person, I think we’re both feeling emotions that we haven’t wanted to feel. Preparation for this…
Happy 4th of July
Worth More than Robins
Are not two sparrows sold for a small coin? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground without the knowledge and consent of your Father. …So do not be afraid. You are worth more than many sparrows. –Matthew 10: 29, 31 Last week a fierce windstorm knocked a robin’s nest out of our crabapple tree. From our kitchen…
Graduating Kindergarten Together
My oldest is now a kindergarten graduate. What a school year she’s had! I think back to last August, when she got her new kindergarten gear, and I started waking her early to prepare her for that first day. I remember her excitement when she came home, showing off artwork and singing new songs. Then came the adjustment challenges. My…
Growing Up in a Post-Covid19 World
“Mom, are we going to the fair in the summer?” my oldest asked again this morning. “I’m going to the fair!” my four year old middle daughter asserted. “And I’m going to ride the rides and get popcorn and chocolate ice cream!” My two year old jumped in. “I can get Superman ice cream! And see the tractors.” “But, Mom,…