I have been kind of incognito for a while. Life has changed in the last year, drastically. For one, we had a baby. Well, not me. But, our family. In other words, we are adopting again. I will share more in the future. It is amazing how this little one came to be in our […]
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It is well with my soul…
It is well with my soul. A 5th grade memory. Learning to “laugh at myself.”

Emotional Wreck Week
For whatever reason, what we thought was going to be, isn’t.
We are crushed, but not broken. Hurt but not dismayed.
What we held n our hands and got to love on for very few short hours was amazing for this side of Heaven.

Great NEWS! After a year of destruction – we have a blessing!
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart. Jeremiah […]

It has been a while…
Ecclesiates 3: 1-8 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven:2 a time to be born, and a time to die;a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted;3 a time to kill, and a time to heal;a time to break down, and a time to build up;4 a time […]
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Boredom Buster: How to make Towel Origami
Ever have those days, where your kids are “BORED”? My kids and I are in a hotel room. We’ve read all the books, and I’m trying to keep the television off. What can I do for fun? I need a project – ASAP! I love those easy projects (that are either free or cheap) that […]
Homeschool Conference in Dallas
Do you homeschool? Or do you know someone who does? There is a brand new conference coming to Dallas, Texas next month, June 26 – 28th. I love homeschool conferences. Even when I didn’t homeschool, I went and they were just so uplifting. I refer them as “encouragement booster shots” for homeschool parents. Many times […]
American Girl Doll Fun
My daughters love the American Girl Doll stories, the free magazines, movies and of course the dolls. My eldest daughter wanted one for her birthday last year. Molly! Her very very very good friend’s family (Grandma, Aunt, Mom and I think the other Grandma) went in and bought her Molly for her birthday. I can’t […]
Home Organization Play date
Welcome to The HSVillage Play Date! I’m very honored to be hosting! Let me just say, this post is not just for those who home school or even have kids. Who doesn’t like a little organization? Everyone can benefit! Let’s make this simple – Share with everyone (by leaving a comment) your favorite organization tip! […]











