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Joshua's Confirmation

Last night we celebrated Joshua's confirmation. Our entire family managed to gather at the same time to witness and celebrate this precious sacra…

Vote

Our second oldest daughter just turned 18 and graduated. I have been reminding her to register to vote and she keeps telling me, "I don't kn…
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Just another day on the banks of the Backyard River

Yes, it is Memorial Day and, fortunately for me, my friends have published very thoughtful photos and posts on their blogs. It's late and I have …
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Simply... Prom

What words can express the feeling of sending a daughter off to her senior prom?
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FOR TODAY Tuesday, May 13, 2008...

Outside My Window ... the wind is still blowing the trees around and it's getting dark I am thinking ... of all the things I hope to accomplish in t…
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Sunflower House

These photos are of our sunflowers from last year's growing season. When (and if) the rain stops we'll be planting our sunflowers for Rachel…

For Robin

Robin, You asked, who am I ? Here is your answer. You are a precious, beloved daughter of God. Always remember, when God made you He did so with a pur…
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Backyard River

For a moment this morning I thought perhaps I hadn't left Keokuk and I was still overlooking the Mississippi. Then I realized I was really looki…
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Over the River and Through the Woods

To Grandmother's house we go... We made a quick trip to Iowa to see Grandma - both of them actually! I am so proud of myself, I'm actually…
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Botanical Garden Visit!

Photos from our trip to the Botanical Gardens. Sadly, I forgot to download my camera so I didn't get many photos. But my friend did!! Thanks B…

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