My life was in chaos amidst a move this past October and I never got this re-posted. Every October, I remember Patty and though I don't like to wear pink, I will do it for Patty. You can explore for yourself and discover why. Remembering Patty Most Americans are aware that October is Breast Cancer… Continue reading Remembering Patty
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Very Thankful Month
Thankful Thursday This has been one crazy month for our family. We have had PCS orders, we have had to hold our breath during a shutdown, and we have had to say goodbye to friends here in Alaska. I want to take this Thankful Thursday to wrap up my month long series, Remembering Patty, as… Continue reading Very Thankful Month
Crystal’s Guest Post
Crystal's Guest Post It is hard to believe that Pat has been gone for over 8 years. So much has changed since her passing. I can still remember her joy when we gave birth to our 1st child, Leia. Leia was 5 weeks early, and what a blessing that she came when she did. It… Continue reading Crystal’s Guest Post
Feel the burn
I am surely feeling the burn, burn out that is. It's a Friday and even while doing an amazing 30 day Challenge, there are only fragments today. So with nothing but fragments, I know exactly who will help with that!! On over to Mrs. 4444 to enjoy some Friday Fragments with the crew. [divider] [one_third]… Continue reading Feel the burn
Thankful For Memories
Thankful Thursday I have thoroughly enjoyed my series on Remembering Patty! I haven't had the time to dedicate myself to it as I had hoped, but I am enjoying the memories it has invoked. It is quite true that we often don't find the value in a person until they are no longer with us.… Continue reading Thankful For Memories
Patty Didn’t Homeschool
Patty didn't homeschool. I am not saying she didn't support my decision to engage with home education, she was alive when I began to homeschool her oldest grandchild for Kindergarten. She did, however, have several reservations concerning this form of education. We discussed the issue at length as I was working through the subject myself… Continue reading Patty Didn’t Homeschool
Patty’s Simple Dishes
Patty's Simple Dishes Patty was all about quick easy dishes. There was a simplicity to what she created in the kitchen and I bet it had everything to do with the fact that she was feeding 4 hungry guys! My FIL would come home from his Army day that started with early morning PT and… Continue reading Patty’s Simple Dishes