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Pretty much have had the bestest 5 year anniversary and New Year celebration EVER. :) Jim and I had a sweet date! Thanks to my dear, Ju for watching the kiddos for us! We started off at HuHot (a favorite!) and upon leaving (heading to Faith Bookstore to pick up a new Bible for the Biblecase he got me for Christmas), we found that our ignition wasn't working! The key wouldn't turn! And for 20

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The hubs just surprised me with the first part of my Birthday present - and on Cyber Monday, no less! Way to go, Hun!  I thought it was so cute how he presented it to me..."I'm not exactly sure how to wrap this, but..." :) Then, he showed me! It was sweet... :) And, I'm lovin' these presets already! What a thoughtful guy...and if THIS is only the first part...makes me really eager to see what

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God, why? Are we not already on our knees?? I feel like the the Psalmist, asking "God, where ARE you?" Asking "God, why do you hide your face from us?" and then I hear a song about the Prodigal Son...he comes back. And I have hope. And I pray... God, show us your mercy! Give us hope, by answering our desperate cries! Show us just one ray of hope! Please, even now! Please, God...make it

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Nothing like a little color to brighten a rainy, dreary day... "There is nothing dreary or doubtful about life. It is meant to be continually joyful...We are called to a settled happiness in the Lord whose joy is our strength." Amy Carmichael Jim and I have been reading through the book of Acts together these past few weeks. Just yesterday, we read chapter 13, and it was verse 52 that struck

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I just can't seem to find the words, but I'm calling out for prayer for this sweet family and dear friends, who have lost their youngest child (one of twins) this morning. He is home with Jesus now. Please pray for them...for them to know the presence of God in their lives, to feel the warmth of His love surrounding them, to be unified as a family during this time and to heal. For all the years

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Here's one of our latest family pictures taken on Josefine's Birthday. We are at a local Drug Store enjoying a Strawberry Ice Cream Cone!

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Today, we had a little Shin-Dig to celebrate Josefine's second (did I say that?!) Birthday!She will officially turn two on Wednesday... :) It's hard to believe my baby is already 2...I can just imagine my disbelief when she's 20! Yikes!Here are just a *few* pictures to highlight the day! :)

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So, I basically pulled an all-nighter to get this puppy done for Josefine's Birthday. :) I wish I could say something like "procrastination" is what puts me in binds like that, but it's not. It's just that, before I cut into a project like that, I need to be SO SURE I've got EVERYTHING in my head as to how I want it to be. THEN, and only then, can I feel sure that I'm ready to start. And this was

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Recently, I heard the song "Can You Hear Me?" by Mark Schultz. There was a lyric that stood out, "let me take his place somehow..." and caused me to think on the sacrifice that God made in offering up His son to die in our stead, so that we may have eternal life. I am thankful for a husband who willingly sacrifices for his girls, in order that they may know God's love. I truly am blessed to see

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Sooo, about my Kaleidoscope Quilt and the Quilt Along over at Don't Call Me Betsy! Actually, not MINE...Cornelia's. Cornelia's Kaleidoscope Quilt. ;)I've got my stack of fabrics rounded up and a plan drawn out. This is getting to be LOTs of FUN! Ask my hubby. He's enjoying it just as much, believe it or not. :) Which makes it even OODLES more fun!This is the stack of fabrics that I'll be using in

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Wow, looks like I've been off the Bloggy Radar for months. :/ Been busy baking a baby. ;) Cornelia Ruth Hosanna was born on May 2 and I'm about to embark on the journey of making my new baby girl a special just-for-her quilt. I made one for my Josefine and, as a result, fell in love with the art of quilting! ♥So, I'll get to the point...I'm joining a quilt along! And, I'm not exactly sure how it

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So....today we were reined in to (there I go w/ my puns again) going to a second hand mommy/baby store today because there was an actual Reindeer in their parking lot for kids to see.Naturally, I wanted Josefine to see the Reindeer as she has a love for all kinds of animals. Sadly, I did not have my camera, but alas, this post will not remain without photos. :) Anyway, my friend, Julie's family

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Ok, you've all heard them and have groaned at the sound of an approaching pun. Anyone ever had Dr. Myron or Dr. Schmidt as a prof? I have and I LOVED them! Not just because they're amazingly smart, but because they pull off the BEST puns EVER.I'm going to make the rest of you wish you had let Dr. Myron break your kneecaps for real after this post. :)So, Jim and I were talking about humor the

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I'm so thankful for our supporting churches!This weekend we had the opportunity to visit one of our supporting churches. Metro Baptist Church in KC, Missouri. We always enjoy getting to chat with and get to know better the people from the churches that are supporting us. It's such a refreshing time and a blessing to get in touch with some of the many that are praying for us and giving faithfully

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Not sure about the wisdom of this, but we're having Taco Soup for Conny, from Melanie. :) I'm not questioning the widsom of it because it isn't a super-yummy, super-easy recipe, but because I have these two terribly nasty canker sores from biting the inside of my mouth last week. Yuck. And MOST of the ingredients in this soup are tomatoes. I normally love tomatoes. In fact, they've been a huge

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I'm thankful for a thankful (and social) little girl!Jim took us out for dinner tonight. Mmmm, Spaghetti Works! Josefine was saying "hi" to everyone that passed the table, and making big, goofy smiles at the people sitting near us. This is not terribly uncommon for Josefine to be so social. She's reached out to hold an old man's hand at another restaurant before, she's hugged lots of complete

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I had a photoshoot about 30 miles north of us today (a 3 month shoot with the sweetest little boy!!) and on the way home, I had a hankerin' for a Coke. So, I stopped at the McD's in town before I left and got a li'l kiddie meal w/ a Coke and a toy for Josefine. I guess I'd forgotten just how SMALL a small Coke is! Before I was halfway done with the fries, the Coke was gone...bummer! I couldn't

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I'm thankful for the cute little guitar Joy Sherman gave me. Jim is re-teaching me the basics (and it's coming back quickly, YAY!) and we're singing "Jesus Loves Me..." Another truth I'm so thankful for.Every night before bed, we sing "Jesus Loves Me" to Josefine. And she yawns in the middle of the song each time. It's fun to know that seems to be a bedtime cue for her. Although I've often

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It's 9:30pm.About an hour ago, I got home from a Bible Study on gratefulness...a great study and made me think hard about a lot of things. Jim asked me how the study went, so I told him, and I added about sixty bajillion extra thoughts I'd been having the past few days about the topic of gratefulness, my reaction to "not traveling" lately...my thoughts about feeling as though I'm half "home" and

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I'm thankful for a new day..."This is the day that the LORD has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it!" Psalm 118:24You'd think that it should come pretty naturally to "rejoice" in this day, especially to know that it is the Lord who made it! How could we NOT?! Well, there are days, when it's not so easy. It doesn't seem to come as second-nature to rejoice. Things may not be going as well as we

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Happy November...and Happy Season of Thankfulness. Every day should be a time to be thankful, but I really like the emphasis that Thanksgiving brings.I've decided to follow some facebook friends by posting something that I'm thankful for every day this month, so I figured I'd share with you, too!Since today is Nov. 3...I have 3 days of Thankfulness to share...*30* Days of THANKFULNESS . Day 1 . I

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...that we're going to have a BABY!That's right! I said BABY! B-A-B-Y!:) It seems that this blog has turned into an update on our latest baby news...hehe...sorry! But, I'll try better to post more of what's going on in other areas of life as well.Lately, we've been traveling like MAD...hence the lack of posts. And I've been so tired lately and feeling much more nauseated than I did with Josefine,

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On Tuesday night, I joined my dear MIL as she attended a meeting for a local writing club. At first I was going because I wanted to spend some time with her, doing the things she liked and it was only a bonus that I enjoy a little writing myself. As it turned out, I was challenged and inspired. They were sharing their "odes" from the previous assigment, and I was privileged to be able to hear

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A few things...Blogging is so cool. Wanna know why? Because I ran into a bloggy friend (and sadly, I have been oh-so-terrible at reading blogs and writing lately, so I'm WAY behind) today at a VBS we're speaking at. SO funny! Ironic! It's almost like meeting a celebrity...I mean, you read about someone's life and enjoy their funny stories and then you MEET them...by complete chance! Ha! Well,

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"Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us..."In times past I would often apply this verse to something physical and think...God will provide the money I need for this missions trip exceedingly abundantly above all...God will provide the money we need to fix our car exceedingly abundantly above all. It was a Faith

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Jim and I were talking today about how sometimes it seems that receiving blessings from God are just as, if not more, humbling than going through a trial...they are reminders of God's goodness to us when we have done nothing to deserve it! This weekend, we experienced several reminders of just that. First, a surprise gift (paid for quilting session and some new fabrics!) from the Missionary

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Time flies...TOO fast. On our drive up to MN, we were playing "Name That Tune" to help pass the time. I got up to 27 pts. and said "Hey! That's how old I am!"To which Jim replied, "Last year, that's how old you were.""I know," I said, and with GREAT emphasis proceeded to explain. "Last year...in December...I turned 27.""You were born in 1981 and in December 2010 you will be 29." said Jim, very

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So, I'm reading this book recommened to me by a sweet friend of mine from church. It's called "Hansi: The Girl who Loved the Swastika." Wow...it's an intense book. I'm not even DONE with it, and I'd recommend it. I love reading WWII books...especially true stories. It always humbles me and makes me thankful for how I am blessed to know Christ as my Savoir and to have a hope in Him. At the same

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Hello friends,Thank you ever so much for your continued prayers over the weeks.Last week, we miscarried. God has been so good through it...so gentle and merciful. So loving. We have been surrounded with loving people and uplifted in prayer. God's word has been a comfort over and over, and the peace that passes understanding has been evident. We praise God for this peace, that only HE can give

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Faith, I've realized these past 3 weeks, is exhausting. I mean, I've had to excercise faith for a certain circumstance before, and everyday, we live by faith. But, lately...I've been taken to a completely new level of faith. Like...faith bootcamp...or something. It's strenuous.Perhaps I can look back to other trying times in my Christian experience, and realize how it was physically tiring to go

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I'm so bummed. I didn't even realize it was March 1st yesterday...and we missed celebrating Josefine's 8 mo! Since there was no 29th of February, there was no 8mo-on-the-dot celebration, so I hadn't decided yet if I wanted to celebrate on the 28th or the 1st of March. Welp...guess that decision is made. We'll celebrate today! :) Josefine is 8 mos! I'd call this an extended celebration!In other

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Jim bought me some roses last Monday, and all week they served as a little "Day Brightener." Everytime I would look at them or smell them (and boy, did they smell sweet!) I would be reminded of my hubbies sweet love for me, and it always brightened my day.I'm going to share one with you...perhaps it will brighten your day, too.

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I was running a WalMart errand today when I saw a friend from back home (the growing up "back home"). She has been encouraging me with sweet notes since I've started sharing the pregnancy experience and all it's questions. When I saw her, she graciously offered to be a listening ear if I ever needed it. She shared her stories of similar experience. We chit-chatted and then said our "good-byes."

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The ultrasound was today. This was also the orginal appointment for my OB workup. But, because there was no sign of baby in the ultrasound, Doc decided against the regular appt. and said we can either wait, or do a D&C. Again, we're waiting. We were disappointed, of course, but not in despair. God is STILL good. God is ALWAYS good. We're basically in the same position we were this past week.

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Thank You, Lord, for...Keeping me safe, healthy and thriving these past 28 years.Saving me.Blessing me with a loving and supportive husband, who would do anything for me.Working in ways I don't understand, so I can learn to trust You more.Loved ones who are praying for us.A beautiful and healthy daughter.A roof over my head.Friends with whom I can share my burdens.Your Word, and the truth within

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We sang the hymn "God of the Ages" this past Sunday in church. I couldn't help to sing with a smile on my face because of the amazing truth this hymn communicates. I couldn't help but rejoice that God IS the God of the ages...past, present, future...and a sovereign God, who plans our paths in mercy and love. Through this waiting and wondering what might happen with this pregnancy, I've been

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Last night, Jim and I had a really good discussion on prayer. We looked up some verses and really enjoyed our time in God's word together...passages like Matthew's Sermon on the Mount..."ask and it shall be given"..."God gives good gifts" (reading it together brought tears to our eyes) and Jame's, "ask in faith, without doubt" and Christ's example of prayer in the garden, "take this cup from me..

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Doc says there is a high chance of miscarriage with this pregnancy.We found out several weeks ago that we were going to have a baby in October. We're waiting on God now. We opted out of the D&C and we're going to let God do whatever He chooses. It could be a few days or weeks before we see any evidence of confirmed miscarriage. Or, it could be a few days or weeks before we see any evidence of a

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Amy over at My Front Porch Looking In commented on my previous post and said, "WOW. Did you actually get pictures of the water drops falling off the icicles? You are amazing."For the record, I'm not tootin' my own horn with that last sentence. I just felt kinda bad leaving it out, too...otherwise it wasn't a direct quote. Know what I mean?Anyway...the answer is...well, I guess...yes-ish. BUT, I

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I opened my windows to let the sun shine in today. And I noticed more than just the beautiful sunshine...I noticed the icicles. I noticed the light of the sun dancing off of the ice, and I felt like I was in a fantasical faerie world! I tore the plastic off of the window, opened the heavy glass pane, then the storm window, then I had to call my husband so he could tell me how to get the screen

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The Caardvarks Challenge this month is to create a wedding card. Because my best friend is getting married in March and part of her decor is whimsical trees, I thought I'd go that direction with this card. Enjoy!And...for good measure...I made a few extra. ;)Go on over to the Caardvarks site to check out some beautiful weddings cards!

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Just thought I'd share a funny story from the day...but, I should warn you. It has a kissing scene in it.Jim has had a wee bit of a cold for the last few weeks. And because of that, he's wanted to keep it to himself, so we haven't kissed on the lips for the duration. I mean, pecks on the cheek are nice and all. But, I think he was missin' his good old fashioned kisses. Well, today I was seeing

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Yesterday I was feeding Josefine her pureed split peas...which she likes. Very much. And because she doesn't quite have the timing down on when to swallow, and I gave her a wee bit of a big bite, we kind of ran into a bit of a scare.She was happily gumming at her pasty peas when she started gagging, like she was going to puke. I wasn't worried at that point, I just held her bib up to catch

Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16804360902051369567noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2457565749113105053.post-10328901271840773242010-02-11T19:07:00.000-08:002010-02-11T21:51:35.552-08:00

My real-life bloggy friend, Julie, just started her blog today. I love it...because it's so...real. I like honesty...candidness. It's truly beautiful. And I think Ju is a beautiful person who has a lot to share with this world. So, you should head on over to her blog, welcome her to the Blogosphere and take a dive into the life of Julie. It's quite refreshing. Well, it was to me, anyway.In other

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Because I'm not quite ready to upgrade my Flickr account so I can continue to add photos to my blog, I'm going to have to come up with a sneaky way for you all to see what I've been up to. You know me and my photos...love 'em...can't stand to publish a post without one! So, giving you a link won't be the most ideal way to share photos, but I'm going to have to for now. :) So, bear with me.Check

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Some good news came our way the other day! Check out our Ministry Blog to join us in praising God for His faithful provision! :) We are SO thankful to Him for His goodness to us!!!! Berlin...here we come...we're getting closer!

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Yup...that's me!I've been AWOL again from my blog. Seems I'm quite busy with a lot of things lately...again. But, I'm here to update you all on one of my latest developments...Introducing... I know, I know. I might just be jumping the gun here with a name and all. But, I figured I might as well...it's cute and catchy and has my name in it! AND, I've been asked to create some invitations for a

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I have this thing for cards...making them especially. Recently, my interested has been sparked by a little ladies get-together at church, where we made cards for our missionaries. Now, I'm officially hooked. I found this blog called Caardvarks that has monthly challenges, which I thought, if I entered them, it would be a good way to keep me motivated with my cardmaking.So, here's my first

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One very popular Katie (from the BABY FACTORY...yes, you are famous) posted this on my Facebook wall (she's also hosting a Giveaway...you should check it out!):"Hey Sarah.....I just wanted to note that....I MISS YOUR BLOGGING :) Come back, please :) It's been a whole month :'(" So, I guess that means, I'm back...by popular demand. At least ONE popular demand. That counts, right???Anyway - so, all

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Oh, wow. I haven't written a post in for-ev-er...and I feel like a loser. Well, only KIND OF like a loser. A little bit...I mean, seriously - it's been so C-R-A-Z-Y busy. I can't even begin to tell you.But, I'll try.First, we went on a road trip to Colorado for some meeting and to see the fam. Fun times, I tell you. FUN times. :)I have lotsa pictures - none of which I have prepared to share.

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So - we've been enjoying a wonderful time with family this week. Hence, the not-so-frequent posts! :) I love seeing my family - it's *amazing* how we just keep multiplying! Ha!

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Soooo, it's been like, forever since I've posted. My sincere apologies! We've been on the road and busy, busy...so, I'm guessing, until we get home...my posting habits may not improve much. But, alas...I have a fabulous photo of my Josefine and her new Teddy Bear that I would love, love, LOVE to share. I mean, I like it so much, I've entered it in this weeks I ♥ Faces Photo Challenge - the

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I know...it's Monday. And for the last several Monday's I've been posting a scrumptious recipe for Fall Into Flavor at 2nd Cup of Coffee.But, today, I'll be posting about a different kind of food. Felt Food. Mmmmm, looks delish, no? :)Bacon, Eggs and Blueberry Pancakes! I'm already hungry (again) for breakfast!Well, I don't have a recipe for these adorable creations, BUT I can tell you where you

Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16804360902051369567noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2457565749113105053.post-42904529577328883232009-11-20T08:43:00.001-08:002009-11-20T08:58:47.574-08:00

I just ordered 100 4x8 Customized Christmas Cards from SeeHere. The best part: I only paid shipping! :) Wahoo!Here's the dealio - and how YOU can score 100 FREE Customized Christmas Cards, too.Ok, so my photographer friend, who took our family pictures, sent me this *amazing* link with TWO *amazing* deals, and {free} is what I call a DEAL!And a little something to get your Holiday Cheer on the

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1. If you could master one sport, what would it be?Well, I've always been intrigued by diving, although I can barely (if at all) do a flip off the diving board! I can pull-off a mean Swan Dive, though! :D2. When you make a major purchase, do you go with your gut instinct, or do you do research to make an informed decision?Mostly the gut. That's why I married my husband, though. ;)3. There is an

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I grew up on this stuff. This is the recipe my mom uses and I l-o-v-e it. It's nothing like what you get in Chinese Restaurants, lemme tell ya. My husband hates egg rolls, but he LOVES mine and actually asks me to make them. You'll have to forgive me if I don't really make sense while sharing this recipe. I know it by heart, I don't use a written recipe, so this might be a little rough.Mmm, taste

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♥ What was the last song you listened to?My Jesus I Love Thee - the closing Hymn tonight at prayer meeting.♥ Have you ever had “buyer’s remorse” over anything?Maybe - but not enough to remember it. I usually enjoy what I buy...even if I feel a leeeetle guitly. ;)♥ What is something in your life that you are thankful for now that you didn’t think you would be at the time of the event? (Something

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Remember Picture Day? Back in Elementary School...when your mom would dress you in the weirdest possible outfit and tell you to "smile with your teeth?" Actually, I'm sure it was ME who chose the weirdest possible outfit, but my mom did remind me to smile with my teeth. :)Well, yesterday - oh, blessed yesterday - was OUR family picture day. I kinda felt all nervous, like "Will I look stupid and

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We've enjoyed having people over for some authenic German (mostly Bavarian) food lately, and we always make up a batch of Spaetzle. It's been a HIT. I love it myself, and in asking one of our guests, Teena, which recipe she'd like to see on my blog the soonest, she decided on the Spaetzle. So, here ya go, Teena - and everyone else! Enjoy!Oh, I guess I should tell you that Spaetzle is a type of

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Just wanted to post a li'l something...just because. :)And a favorite verse I've been pondering on lately:Psalm 19:14May the words of my mouthand the meditation of my heartbe pleasing in your sight,O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

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Okay, so I'm late. Again. This weeks alphabet challenge is "P." And I pick "photoshoots" to be my "P" word...because that's been the thing these beautiful fall days. Which means I'm not keeping up with my blog too well...editing has taken much of my computer time. Want to see what I've been working on? Go here.Ironic - but I'm not adding a photo to this "photoshoot" post...you'll just have to

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♥ It's early morning, about 2:00AM, and you're driving home. You come to a red light and sit there. There is no one in sight for miles around. Do you wait it out or run the light?Ok, this has actually happened to me before...and I ran the light. But, that was in High School. I don't think I could do it, now...couldn't do it.♥ If you had the chance to re-do the last 24 hours, would you change

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I'm a little late in posting this weeks Fall Into Flavor...do forgive. I've been editing photos and more photos from the myriad of fall photoshoots from October. Now that it's cooler and the leaves are all dull and crunchy, there are less requests for photoshoots. Also, the Hubs and I have been hosting friends for dinners (which has been all too fun!) and it's gotten me out of my dull cooking

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He is in Michigan, I am in Iowa. He's going to propose soon. I just know it. Probably in Germany during our short-term missions trip - the first time we get to see eachother since I got back from my sisters in California a few weeks ago. I mean...he has to before July. He's going through candidate school and will be soon raising support to go to Germany. He can't go without me...I'm sure of it.

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Fall Beauty is only a click away...check out more You Capture entries at I Should be Folding Laundry.

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The last several days, I've been reminded of some of the key characteristics of God. These reminders - these truths - have been sustaining truths that keep my hope set on something solid.God is: OmnipotentHe is an all-powerful God...nothing is too difficult for Him.Jeremiah 32:17 "Ah, Lord GOD! Behold, You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. There is

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♥ Tell me something about your favorite teacher.Honestly, I couldn't stand her at first. Because she called me out on the first day of class for chewing gum. She was my high school English teacher. She was tough in some ways, but after a few months, she came to be my favorite teacher. Ever. I think of her often...she was a teacher who really made a difference in my life.♥ Tell me about one

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I made these muffins for a baby shower this weekend. I loved the idea of cinnamon and sugar on top...and cream cheese in the center. I merged about 3 different recipes together to get this one. This recipe is sooo simple. And tasty to boot! My friend, Jamie helped me name it...cause I kinda made up the variation and didn't know what to call them...I liked her suggestion lots. So, here ya have it.

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Have you ever gone to bed, your body ready to drift off, but your mind is still going, going, going? Has your body ever fallen half asleep and you're startled awake by some odd half-dream?Has that dream ever been you, doing the Hammer Dance in the church kitchen to MC Hammer's "Can't Touch This," while gathered around you in a circle, are a bunch of ladies from church, clapping and bobbing to the

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Apparently...my brain was off-duty last night when I awarded my 8 of 15 favorite blogs their blog award. I didn't even include the "stipulations!" OR the award...silly me.Did I mention that I received this award from Jennifer at Keeping Up with the Bowens? I would re-award her, but I'm not sure that's part of the gig.So, those of you who received the "Best Blog Award" from me last night shall

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Honestly, I don't think I should really qualify...psssshhh, what am I TALKING ABOUT! I love that Jennifer at Keeping Up with the Bowens gave me this sweet-action BLOGGER award (located on my sidebar)! Bring it...no more of this 'false humility.' I love an award...anyday. :) In all 'seriousness' (how serious can you get about a blogging award?), I DO want to say THANKS for thinking of me!Now, all

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Ok, you're REALLY going to think I'm nuts (if you don't already) after this post...Today is Friday. Which means, Homesteaders Heart is hosting her weekly "Friday Funnies!" I always enjoy hearing a funny story, and I do love contributing my own funny stories as well. Under Grace and Over Coffee is also hosting her bit'o "Caffienated Randomness." Funny, random, funny, random...fandom, runny...it's

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For this weeks Alphabet Challenge, I'd thought I'd do a little survey. It all started when I was perusing my brain for a creative "N" idea for this week. So, I asked my sleepy-headed husband. What's your favorite "N" word? And this was his response.Then, I got it in my head that I would conduct an "N" Survey with some of my beloved Facebook friends.These were their responses.This is my sister...

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♥ Candy corn: Your thoughts? A used-to-be Favorite...now, they stick in my teeth and make them *ouch* hurt. :(♥ Briefly, what was the first conversation you ever had with your spouse? (or best friend, if you're not married.) (Or someone significant, like your librarian.)See THIS post. :)♥ Could you ever become a vegetarian?Ummm, no. I'm a carnivore...*crunch*♥ Have you ever dressed up your pet in

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This recipe has been a hit at many fall/winter potlucks! I just made it for a friend and she requested the recipe - so I figured, this weeks "Fall Into Flavor" recipe has to be my Tortellini Soup. I should have prepared for this by taking a few pictures...but, alas, I did not. Good thing we have 4 more wonderful weeks left to share our Fall Flavors!Enjoy!Ingredients:♥ 2 tsp olive oil♥ 1/2 c

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First Words #1"Hi, My name is Sarah. What's yours?""Jim.""Nice to meet you! And welcome to campus!"I was working for the Admissions Department and it was my job to welcome new students. This particular new student caught my eye. Not because he was cute, but because he was sitting all by his lonesome in the library. I hate seeing people sitting all by their lonesomes.First Words #2"Hi, My name is

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I'm a lover of photography and photos...and of course, what's a photo without a frame?My latest acquirement is really unique...and I like it! Got it from Target and it's exhibiting some of my very favorite photos of Josefine.Have a splendid day - and be inspired...go out and frame some of your favorite photos that deserve to be displayed. It brings such life and joy to our home to have smiling

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Remember THIS *WishList* Wednesday Post? The ADORABLE bonnet?Well, we got it a few weeks ago and now that it's chilly-willy outside, she's wearing it a lot...and she likes it. Seriously, whenever we put it on her wee little head, the biggest smile spreads across her face.Here she is - sportin' the goods!Want to see a few more "Bonnet" pictures of Josefine...a little more candid, and a little more

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So, are we going south for the winter?A Sunday School lesson is what's up ahead. We're off to another meeting this Sunday...ready to share our burden for Germany! I love to to tell the story, of unseen things above. Of Jesus and His glory, of Jesus and His love.I need to think of some sort of plan to be better organized and use my time wisely.I walk a lot more when a.) it's warmer outside and b.)

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I had a little bit 'o fun today (ok, maybe a lot 'o bit) editing some photos from one of my latest photoshoots.Here are some Before & Afters...and Wow...what a bit of difference a few clicks here and there can make. What I love about these is that they aren't "distorted" by the edits...they are still natural - it's as if I had a beautiful sunny day - instead of a drab, chilly, bleak day (which it

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I'm joining Jennifer from "Keeping Up with the Bowens" with a little "M" goodness today...and because I "M"arried a "M"issionary, I think I'm one up. :)

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The MOMENT I saw this...I really, really, really wanted it. The Super-Secret Spy Lens from Photojojo. Awesomness, no? You MUST watch the video on the link - it shows the lens "in action" in an amazing and hilarious way.(James, Darling - if you're reading this, consider it part of the Christmas List)Don't you think it would be absolutely pefect for catching those candids of life...like, for real?

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♥ I've always wondered why we were taught both printing and cursive. Do you prefer to print or write cursive? (Keyboard is not a choice.)Both...I can't write exclusively in cursive or in print...it requires too much concentration.♥ Are you a dreamer or a realist?Pssshhh, TOTALLY a dreamer. All. The. Way.When I was, like, 10 I would day dream about marrying one of the New Kids on the Block. Joey

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It's fall. Again. And it's all too familiar for me. I can't tell you how many Iowa falls I have lived (well, maybe I can - I just don't want to do the math). And each year...the same feelings are evoked by the same cool, brisk air. The same darkening skies. The same desires to run again. It IS cross country season, right? The same fleeting memories of marching band. The same, the same, the same.

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The Hubs and I have a love story...a love story written by God. And I would be selfish not to share it. We've been told "you should really write that down!" whenever we share our story with others. And they're right. I should. And I am. Now. But, I want to *warn* you. I'm already planning on telling it the unconventional way. I, personally, am a little overwhelmed at the thought of sitting down

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But, if I don't...eh, it was worth a shot, no?WHY I want to win this giveaway??? Because (HELLO!) she's giving away a Canon Lens...I have no clue what kind. For some reason, it doesn't say - unless I totally missed some small print. I promise...I read the whole post! :SANYhoo - you should get on down there and check it out...if I don't win it, perhaps YOU will! :D~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Aaaaand, on

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This is so random...but, I think I've discovered why Jim and I are meant to be. Back Story: I got my hair trimmed today and picked up a new product...and it makes my hair smell like - shaving cream - blegh. Should I take it back???ANYhoo, I joined my hubby on the couch and said, "I'm sorry, my hair smells like shaving cream." And at that VERY SAME time, he said " You want some Ice Cream?"I can't

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I'm from Iowa, Jim is from Michigan. We have both Hawkeye and UofM Decals stuck to the back window of our car...and yet, I had NO idea the the Hawkeyes were playing Michigan today...or whatever day. Is that weird? Jim loves the Tigers and I'm a Cubs fan, and when Jim checked online to find out that the Tigers were no longer in the...what series??? My guess was the "World Series" but Jim told me

Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16804360902051369567noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2457565749113105053.post-53265379914780173102009-10-08T22:39:00.004-07:002009-10-08T22:54:12.823-07:00

GloryMarina from Energizer Bunny's Mommy Reports made this suggestion:Glory (because you will use it for God's glory) plus with the quality of photography and the amazing cam all your pics will look 'glorious'!And the suggestion was just too wonderful not to include in my Fab Five names I like! Lo, and behold - Random.org randomly generated "Glory" as the winner. So, my camera's name is now

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Whew...it's taken me FOR.EV.ER to get to my blog today. So, so busy...playing catch up and getting some much needed down time.And because of that, I'm writing three posts in one.(yesterday's) *WishList* Wednesday: Fabric FetishI have this thing for fabrics...and lately (like, for the past couple of years) Amy Butler Fabrics have really, really stood out to me. Love them. They're just so...pretty.

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Hey Random Dozen Friends! It's late as I type this. I mostly type things late, anyway - so excuse my answers if they're....weird. Hehe.♥ On an average, how often do you splurge and buy something for yourself?Whenever I go to Michael's Craft Store, or shop on Etsy...which is pretty much, monthly.♥ Are you more like Hall or Oates? Eh? I could google these names, but I'm too lazy. Just kidding. Real

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I wish I could guise this post as not "I want to enter a giveaway" post - but as a viable, "My Man REALLY Needs a New Band" post. Well, he doesn't REALLY need a new wedding band - but, if I had the chance to win a free one for him...I'd take it. (Plus, he deserves it.)So, here I am taking this chance.HomeSpun Threads is hosting this amazing giveaway for a ring from Tungsten Wedding Rings...I

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my *new* camera and my *new* decision, I will be hosting my second giveaway!Here's the scoop:My good and faithful camera bit the dust a few weeks ago...sad, sad news - as we were becoming very good friends. BUT, not all is lost. Because the "glitch" was irrepairable, our warranty allowed me to get an "exhange approval." This meant I got to go shopping for a new camera yesterday morning...right

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So, you all may know by now that one of my passions is photography. I love it...really. I'll be honest...I know NOTHING (well, mostly nothing) about the technical aspect of photography, and I'm okay with that. I'm pretty much all "right brained..." when it comes to, well...life.Anyway...all that to say: I've made a decision. Actually, God made me realize that I needed to make this decision, and

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Show Us Your Life at Kelly's Korner Ok...I have a fetish. Shoes. And not just ANY shoes, but baby shoes. Before we even knew if we were having a boy or girl, I was buying gender neutral (from my perspective) baby shoes. They are just too adorable! Sadly, my little one was born with big feet. And most of her *size zero* shoes didn't fit so well...I learned the hard way...buy AFTER baby is born.

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I have to admit, Deputation and I have a love/hate relationship...but, I try hard to focus on the "love" part of it...Meeting new people. I enjoy meeting new people so much...it's energizing and refreshing after a long ride in the car, breathing re-circulated air for hours. At times, I fear I may emerge from the passenger seat looking like a escapee from an institute - but, new people bring a

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So, I didn't "Mr. Linky" my last random (half) dozen...oops. Linking this time, folks. More Random Dozen fun for everyone...right. :)♥ Tell me the absolute best way to watch a movie.With the projector! It's like being at a theatre, but in the comfort of your own home! ♥ Do you ever think about your own funeral? If so, do you have specific ideas about how you would like it to be?I don't think I

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Ugh, you won't BE.LIEVE. this knit...beautiful. Makes me *wish* (hence, WISHlist) I had the guts to start such a project. I'll start with just learning the owl...a little less *whoa* if you ask me. Maybe if I *wish* hard enough, I'll get brave...maybe make an itty-bitty one for Josefine...In this color, perhaps???

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As we travel, we're often blessed with opportunities to be with family and loved ones! This is one such opportunity - and we've enjoyed it so much! Below is a picture of some of The Sisters and our kids. :) Left to Right:Emma holding Josefine, Annie holding Ethan, Me holding Dominique and Evy, Michelle holding Ellenora.The Sisters: Sarah, Annie, Michelle, Alysa (not pictured - boo) &

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My friend, Sarah, shared a piece of her life with us today, and I was reminded what TRUE friendship is...it's weeping with those who weep, rejoicing with those who rejoice...and getting the same haircut when your friend doesn't have a choice. THIS is friendship, in it's purest and most innocent form. And it made me ask myself...am I this kind of friend?WARNING: Keep a box of Kleenex handy.Rejoice

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