Kate’s Blog – Page 62

Randomness

I haven’t had the time or even really the desire to flesh out any great thoughts lately. So in a lieu of a more meaningful post, I’m just going to share some random glimpses into our life lately. I might start doing this more often, actually, even when it’s not 7 Quick Takes Friday. It’sRead the whole post >>

The Forever “I Do”

Today my parents celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary. I really wanted to put together a beautiful, brilliant tribute to them, but there’s not as much time for writing these days. I’ve been nesting. I’ve been enjoying being a hands-on mom again. We’ve eased into our second official year of homeschooling. The girls have been happyRead the whole post >>

Thanks, but no thanks

After she was finished doing this: (4-year-old is biting her toenails in case the photo isn’t clear.) She very sweetly asked, “Want some?” Um, no thanks. (Photos such as this will be securely archived as they may be useful in scaring off future boyfriends*.) *My husband and I recently encouraged her to date her daddyRead the whole post >>

Among Women Podcast: Making Peace with Your Body

I’m honored to be a guest on this week’s Among Women Podcast with the industrious and faithful Pat Gohn. (If you haven’t ever tuned in to Pat’s award-winning podcast, she not only covers great topics, but she has a radio voice – smooth and soothing to listen to – and, in fact, worked in radioRead the whole post >>

My Most Recent Parental Epiphany

Rachel, 4, was recently playing quietly alone upstairs in the room she shares with her big sister. My husband and I were downstairs with Mary Elizabeth, 2. Madeline was over at a friend’s house. After I’d read a few books to Mary Elizabeth, she asked if she could go see Rae. “Of course,” I said.Read the whole post >>