Honestly, I wish I had video of what happened this afternoon since it was a perfect mix of adorable and funny. After lunch Calah and I went outside to play in the snow. After clearing icy build up from the porch I walked down the stairs, over the log and across the lawn. I turned … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: when it’s time to grow
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Wednesdays with Jillene: time marches on
An argument erupted between 2 of my boys on December 26th. Arguments happen all the time but this one made me smile. How my boys process life is similar, yet different, and sometimes so neat to observe. Joel received this CD as a Christmas gift from church... and he's been playing it nonstop. Or at … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: time marches on
Wednesdays with Jillene: at the (kids’) table
It is the Pinterest time of the year. Thanksgiving table decor, side dishes galore and the desserts... oh yes, the desserts. But it doesn't end there because Christmas is coming with a plethora of gift ideas, Christmas decorations, and again with the food. Pinterest is a busy place lately. You could follow me on Pinterest … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: at the (kids’) table
Wednesdays with Jillene: show your spirit
It was a rough morning. Actually they'd all been tough for more days than I care to remember. Somehow the best made plans turn to chaos minutes before the bus is due to arrive. Shoes go missing, laces knot, sweatshirts are a no show, zippers won't line up... and the attitudes! Oh the attitudes... Tempers … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: show your spirit
Wednesdays with Jillene: sometimes trees are meant to be in the way
It has been over a month... I've thought about that morning a few times since, amazed each time at how something seemingly wrong was so very right... The way this thing that was out of place and broken was just as it should have been. Sounds a little silly, probably is, but in the moment the … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: sometimes trees are meant to be in the way
Wondering where all the regular posts have gone?
Just writing a quick post tonight to let you all know this hiatus in posts was not planned. Illness hit our home right before Christmas and continued into the New Year! I look forward to getting back to regular posting shortly! Hopefully "see" you all here within the week! ~Jillene
Thin Moments 