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Today we had a home day. School, a little work, so

Today we had a home day. School, a little work, some rest.
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Decided to make our twist on an old classic — muddy buddies. We call it “my favorite snack” because when my youngest was about four he started asking for it by that name and it stuck.
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We never replaced the microwave when it went kaput over a year ago. Living without one slows us down — and that’s a good thing.
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Basically we make a half batch of muddy buddies (see recipe on any Chex box anywhere), and then we melt white chocolate candy melts and drizzle them over Chex, pretzels, mini Oreos, and m & m’s. Put the drizzled tray in the fridge and then have a marriage ceremony between the muddy buddies and the tray of drizzled goodies.
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It’s a ton of fun to make treats together. ❤️

We started back to EVERYTHING today ... piano less

We started back to EVERYTHING today ... piano lessons, Outsiders Adventure Co. for school (in 42 degrees outside!), ... and ... Theatrix! These kids warm my heart. Tara and her crew of Jr. Directors are so positive and teach with excellence.
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All three of these involvements bless us deeply. What I noticed at the end of this day is how all the people in charge of the places my son goes for outside learning focus on character and connection.
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I wasn’t really ready to come off break. I kind of dragged through the day. As I sit here with a blanket and pjs, thinking back, I’m feeling super grateful for all the people who pour themselves out to teach and lead our children. ❤️

Am I right? _____ This year I did set my sights o

Am I right?
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This year I did set my sights on some things I want to do. Then I got swept into a project out-of-the-blue.
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Today I’m staring at boxes of Christmas decor and all the decorations strewn across the dining table. I have to admit that school starts back Monday, which would mean I need a plan for our lessons. Yep. I need a nap.
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How about you? Do you set goals; make resolutions, or simply take the year as it comes?

So, guess who learned how to put hearts in their h

So, guess who learned how to put hearts in their homemade latte? Yep. Only took a month of practicing. #fastlearner 😂
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And, if you want some daily encouragement to slow, savor, and abide in God’s Word this month, check out the daily readings from my devotional, Slow Down, Mama: 31 Days to Help You Slow and Savor. I’m reading it on my YouTube channel and in the Encouraging Motherhood Community on Facebook. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiOudXjYmKU1GVwvh_ZsleA
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#slowdownmama #latteart #start2020withgod #livewithintention #momlife #motherhood #encouragingmotherhood

Just a walk in the shire (aka Bako 😂) yesterday

Just a walk in the shire (aka Bako 😂) yesterday with @j0n_sc0tt
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I’ve had vertigo for almost two weeks. No driving, no Zumba, no yoga ... so this walk was a big deal. It was lovely on the bike path. We could see the snow-capped mountains around us, the air was crisp ... just right.
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#theshire #imahobbitatheart #havetohavemyelevensies #bakersfieldlifeasitshoulbe #atleastindecemberitis #snowcappedmountains #takeawalk #nocouchpotatoes #ilovemyhusband #getoutdoors #slowdownmama

A new year. Saying farewell to 2019 - a year of sp

A new year.
Saying farewell to 2019 - a year of speaking and listening, writing and hiatus, travel and rest, grief and joy.
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One son turned 18. The other 11. Our precious niece (foster daughter) got her own place. We welcomed European students into our heart and home. I went to Uganda to love and serve beautiful people and left part of my heart there.
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In bible study we focused on God’s Grace. In my own life I asked Him to lead me into prayer and devotion. I have learned to love more wholeheartedly - even to love myself.
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And a new year reaches towards us. We look ahead. Grasp a word or a vision. Mine is “receive,” and ironically I’ll give more than ever - more of me for more of you, all for Him.
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I’m seeking the voice that holds next year’s words. What will she say? How will she hold her tongue? Have a timely word? Build with words? Empower with words? Sit in wordless places to bring loving presence where words fail to suffice?
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I’ll hopefully publish more words. A parenting book in February; some devotionals on gentleness and releasing guilt and fear; an audiobook; maybe some other books. They are pregnant within me. Will they be born in 2020? I’m eager to see.
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What about you? What were last year’s words? Are you opening to 2020 and what it will bring?
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Game on 😂 ______ Seriously, though. In the aft

Game on 😂
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Seriously, though. In the aftermath of giving and going, shopping and baking, can we stop to think about what’s to come? 2020 is knocking at the door.
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What will be new for you? What will you sustain? What will you release?
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I’m spending part of today focusing on the places God is clearly calling me in the coming year.
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Life is a gift.
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#newyearhope #lookingforward #2020vision #lettinggo #makingroomforwhatmattersmost #slowdownmama #waittilyouseewhatGodhasinstore

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