Author Archives: Valerie

Rebekah Update 4/16/2011

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Valerie

So this week has been hugely trying for me.  I mean HUGELY!  I have had such a range of emotions flowing and changing by the moment. Monday, we had an appointment set up with our physical therapist and the local … Continue reading →

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And all at once, in full bloom!

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Valerie
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Red beauties

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Valerie

I participate in a Community Supported Agriculture group that my friend Sasha clued me into.  I love the variety of the foods we get and also the fresh local tastes.  Each Wednesday we pick up our share at a drop … Continue reading →

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We’re all waiting!

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Valerie

Even the ladybugs are excited to see the blooms!

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Simply Magic

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Valerie

There is nothing in the world like holding Rebekah after she has fallen asleep. Her little body is finally at rest and she feels completely at peace. I am thankful for this time with her each night.

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So close!

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Valerie
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Bekah’s sweet haircut

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Valerie

Bekah’s hair was really getting long. She seemed uncomfortable and so we decided to have her first haircut. It was such a hard decision because she had such beautifully curly hair. Here is the result. What do you think?

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Spring is Coming!

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Valerie

I have had this clematis for about 5 years.  Even though the Spring Equinox was a couple of weeks back, the blooming of this plant signals to start of Spring for me.  I am just a the edge of my … Continue reading →

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BLOOMS!

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Valerie

I’ve had so much fun expanding Bekah’s Blooms!  I have met some amazing people, microcephaly moms, and reconnected with some old friends! Thank you so much for supporting us and encouraging me in our new endeavor! Our display for ARTS@West … Continue reading →

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So sorry!

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Valerie

a·pol·o·gy: a written or spoken expression of one’s regret, remorse, or sorrow for having insulted, failed, injured, or wronged another: “He demanded an apology from me for calling him a crook.” A speaker in college told us that when you say “I am sorry IF I hurt you” that you aren’t really apologizing.  Rather, you just can’t believe that the person took offense over what … Continue reading →

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