Author Archives: Valerie

My new best friend

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Valerie

Ahhhhh…coffee!  My new best friend! She fills me up when I feel a little empty. She is there for me any time I need her. She picks me up when I am feeling a little down. When she’s not around, … Continue reading →

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The One

Posted on September 11, 2010 by Valerie

Do you have a favorite chair.  One that fits just right.  One that brings out the artist, reader, or writer in you?  One that holds you perfectly so you can stretch out, curl up, or even catch the perfect nap … Continue reading →

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A blessing from God

Posted on September 10, 2010 by Valerie

K – eeps me accountable e – ncourages everyone she comes into contact with l – aughing all the time l – ight pushes when I need them y – ummy cook D – emonstrates Christ’s love u – nwavering … Continue reading →

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Saucy!

Posted on September 10, 2010 by Valerie

This Summer, we were lucky enough to join a local group of people to support a farm that produces organic fruits and vgetables.  We recieved TONS of tomatoes!  Kayla does not like tomatoes and Chris and I could only eat … Continue reading →

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Deep within

Posted on September 10, 2010 by Valerie

How do I explain my love for one so small? There is something in the way you rub your face against me. I love how you lift the corners of your mouth with the tiniest of smiles when you watch … Continue reading →

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My Artist

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Valerie

Kayla’s art work is getting so much better.  She loves to color, draw, paint, trace…anything involving paper and pencil!  I am so proud of the work she does and her eagerness to learn!

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Rebekah’s Story…as we continue

Posted on September 4, 2010 by Valerie

With each day, Rebekah brings a smile to our life and teaches me to persevere.  I have never seen someone work so hard or have such a sunny disposition.  She inspires me to try again when I want to give … Continue reading →

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Rebekah’s Story Part 3

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Valerie

There was something different about Rebekah.  I think we knew it in our heart before we really understood it months later.  Rebekah was an unhappy baby.  She cried and cried no matter what Chris and I did to help her. … Continue reading →

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Surprising Emotions

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Valerie

My sweet Rebekah turns two in eight weeks.  I shake my head in amazement at just how fast these two years have gone. In these last two years I have learned more about myself and my Savior than I had … Continue reading →

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Rebekah Update 8/19/2010

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Valerie

Hello Loved Ones, Our sweet Bekah is a trooper!  We have already had a BUSY week!  We are headed away for a little family vacation and I packed as much as I could into this week before.  Not a very … Continue reading →

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