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Less Is More

Less Is More

My dearest Carrie, We’ve learned over time that life is truly made in the moments. Over the next few weeks there are quite a few moments we’ll celebrate together. September 25: My birthday, last year in my thirties, *gulp*. October 7: Celebrating 10 years as the…

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I’ve Lost All My Children

I’ve Lost All My Children

“Kinley?! Kinley Jane where are you!?” “Baby! Kinley come here where are you?!” 8 seconds. It happened so fast. Turned to look at something on the shelf. As a parent there is no greater fear. That moment your child vanishes from your care like an unexpected…

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Strike A Pose

Strike A Pose

*knock knock* From the other side of the bathroom door “Who is it?” “It’s me Chloe. What are you doing?” *silence* “Chloe, what’s going on in there? You’re making all kinds of noise.” “I’m busy! It’s complicated…” *dumbfounded dad moment* “What’s complicated? Do you need…

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Are You Whipping & Nae Nae’ing Too Far?

Are You Whipping & Nae Nae’ing Too Far?

On Sunday I shared a story from our trip to Carowinds in NC/SC. It was a great time for our family, but it almost didn’t end the way we hoped. You see… we lost Roxy. Before you freak out, let me elaborate. Towards the end…

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Dear Black Eyed Peas, You Get Me

Dear Black Eyed Peas, You Get Me

“People killin’, people dyin’ Children hurt and you hear them cryin’ Can you practice what you preach? Or would you turn the other cheek? Father, Father, Father help us Send some guidance from above ‘Cause people got me, got me questionin’ Where is the love?”…

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They Watched You Get A Punch To The Face

They Watched You Get A Punch To The Face

You may have seen this video where two ladies handled a dispute like total adults (or school-age children). It makes my heart hurt just watching it. Especially when I see the 6-year-old being coaxed by his mother and others in the crowd to hit the other…

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#adventure over #abandon

#adventure over #abandon

Two situations have happened over the last three weeks. I want to bring them to your attention and why it’s important. Hang with me… Situation #1:  Someone came to our church two Sundays ago for the first time. From the email they sent me, they had…

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Just Keep Swinging Kid

Just Keep Swinging Kid

While at Kid’s Cove yesterday evening, I witnessed controlled chaos. Kids screaming. Parents searching, while screaming. Laughter abounding. Ring around the rosie. Imaginary ninja battles (I may or may not have started this). Parents chatting it up while joyful kids let loose. It was a…

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God Moved Your Wallet

God Moved Your Wallet

“ARGHHH,” I exclaimed as I scoured the house in a panic, almost out of breath. “What’s wrong daddy?” My oldest was distraught. She could see the frustration in my face as I flung open cabinets, turned over piles of papers. “Are you missing something? Can…

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Well Done

Well Done

  It was several years ago that I first met Richie. He didn’t even know me and hugged me. It was weird and I wasn’t sure about him or the embrace. Didn’t take long to realize he was the real deal. I don’t have eloquent…

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