Monthly Archives: April 2010

Eyjafjallajokull: A Lesson In Futility

Posted on 27 April 2010 by Valarie

Sometimes you get an email, and it’s just so good, you gotta pass it on.  I’m not talking about those horrible mushy “It takes guts to say Jesus” things.  I’m talking about something that is so fearlessly obvious that most … Continue reading →

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All Grown Up

Posted on 24 April 2010 by Valarie

I knew this day would come. Everyone told me that my babies would grow up before I knew it, and that I should cherish every moment of their childhoods. I believed them. I did my best to cherish every moment. … Continue reading →

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Mother Of The Groom

Posted on 17 April 2010 by Valarie

It’s probably redundant to say this, but for any of you who may not know:  my oldest son, Kendall, is getting married in August.  Which puts me in the strange new realm of being the “Mother of the Groom”.  And, … Continue reading →

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Colorado Trail

Posted on 17 April 2010 by Valarie

I just wanted to brag a bit on Alex!  He will graduate from our humble homeschool next month, and to celebrate, he is going to fly out to Denver, meet up with a friend and hike the Colorado Trail!  It … Continue reading →

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Leap Of Faith

Posted on 16 April 2010 by Valarie

It’s been roughly a year and a half since Gaylon went to work in Texas.  Despite all the predictions that the economy would improve, it hasn’t.  So, our house hasn’t sold, even though we’ve reduced the price dramatically.  And this … Continue reading →

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Passion of the Christ/My Immortal

Posted on 2 April 2010 by Valarie
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