Jessica’s 13th Birthday

Tracy / January 7, 2011

It’s still hard to believe that Jessica has turned 13. For many years, I wasn’t sure this young lady would see her 13th birthday. If you are new to my site, Jessica was born with multiple, serious heart issues that eventually led to her having a multiple seizures each day and a heart surgery that can only be described as…

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Announcing…..

Tracy / October 7, 2010

I’ve been feeling a little under the weather for the past few weeks. Nothing too bad, but definitely not normal. We thought it was probably time to confirm what we suspected: It looks like baby Lambert #11 will be joining our family in 2011! God is so good! Everyone here is excited. The younger children are already debating whether we…

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DIY- Bookmarks from Greeting Cards

Tracy / September 30, 2010

Each Monday morning, we send correspondence to friends and family. It’s a time I look forward to each week…time to connect with special people in my life. Because we send out so many letters, I usually invest in greeting cards and stationery. It’s become a habit each January…re-stocking the writing supplies. By this point in the year, we always have…

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September 30, 2010

Tracy / September 30, 2010

I *detest* car problems. In 2003, we were hit by another car that totaled our 15 passenger van. Since then, we’ve pretty much been a one car family. Generally, this doesn’t cause too many issues. Paul works an awful lot, but he and I enjoy store trips together each week. (Consider it a purposeful date, LOL!) I’ll tell you, one…

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September 28, 2010

Tracy / September 28, 2010

It has been a long, long weekend. I feel like an egg that has been cracked and fried to a crisp. It seemed this last weekend, every time Paul and I turned around, something else strange or horrible was happening. I’m thankful for the friends who have sent me little notes to tell me they are sorry for one event,…

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Making Memories- Letters to Children

Tracy / September 28, 2010

For some time, I’ve been writing letters to my children. These aren’t really on anything specific, just random thoughts, memories, things I want to share with each child. They each have baby books and I journal a lot- but these are more casual, I guess. Almost a conversation that I’m having with them at some future date. At the moment,…

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Creating HOME

Tracy / September 9, 2010

Beatitudes For Homemakers by Ella May Miller Blessed is she whose daily tasks are a work of love; for her willing hands and happy heart transform duty into joyous service to all her family and God. Blessed is she who opens the door to welcome both stranger and well-loved friends; for gracious hospitality is a test of brotherly love. Blessed…

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Making Memories- Heritage Frame

Tracy / September 7, 2010

I came across this idea earlier this week and thought I would share: Heritage Frames My Great-Aunt Judy, made these for several ladies in our family when my Great-Grandmother passed. They were so pretty- she used little scribbled notes and old photos, favorite recipes, etc. It’s a great idea…here’s a quick tutorial! I would love to know if you try…

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August 24, 2010

Tracy / August 24, 2010

It would seem summer is winding to an end. Though the days are still hot, hot, hot, the evenings are definitely feeling cooler. I think we’re only weeks away from opening the windows!! The house always smells so nice with fresh air. Before I forget, please be praying for my little nephew. I’m really not at liberty to discuss details,…

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August 23, 2010

Tracy / August 23, 2010

The weekend was full! I’ve shared our chicken experience…you’ll have to read down a little further for those details. Friday, we hosted a very sweet family for dinner. This mother has six children under six! They are all super cute and so well behaved. We had dinner, laughed, and shared stories until a couple of the children were fast asleep.…

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On Chickens and Blessings

Tracy / August 23, 2010

It’s an odd thing to see your sons becoming men. It seems as little boys, you catch a glimpse here and there from time to time. As they age, you see more and more until one day, you realize they ARE men. My, my, how the time has passed. This weekend, was full of precious visitors and sweet memories. We…

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Friday Storm

Tracy / August 17, 2010

Friday, a storm passed though that knocked our power off for a few hours. I felt myself beginning to grumble as we lit candles, and looked for a radio. Who wants to be inconvenienced with no air conditioning and no lights?! As the minutes passed, I think God whispered to my heart. I needed a little reminder that these are…

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