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I suppose it’s time for me to say something about what’s next for us. I’m generally inclined to keep things like this to myself until such time as it feels right to talk about it, and that takes time to … Continue reading →
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May 15, 2012
| Author: Dixie Vandersluys
| Source: VanderMeander
Well, we’ve known for about a week now, but just haven’t quite gotten around to saying it on the internet yet… This summer we are moving to this province: That’s right. Last Sunday we received the news that Marc received a unanimous vot ...
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May 15, 2012
| Author: Sharon Kent
| Source: rose of Sharon
By now, if you haven't yet figured it out, I love flowers.
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May 14, 2012
| Author: Dixie Vandersluys
| Source: VanderMeander
Fives years of being a mother of three. Interesting. I think it’s possible that I’m more tired these days than when that first picture was taken with Olivia two weeks old. Also, in that top picture, I’m wearing size 6 pants. Not doing t ...
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May 12, 2012
| Author: Matthew
| Source: Lines in the Sand
The development of language was a phenomenal advancement in the evolution of human beings, though communicate did not begin with us. Even now, there are many other intelligent creatures that are able to communicate in relatively comple ...
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I’m a couple of days behind on my Jamie’s Food Revolution Food Revolution. You’ll note I’ve changed the count to recipes rather than days, since I won’t be cooking every day of the month. There won’t be 30 of these, … Continue reading →
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May 11, 2012
| Author: Johanna
| Source: Corduroy Plaid
Today I am tired. Besides the rough, teething night, I'm tired inside.
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May 11, 2012
| Author: Dixie Vandersluys
| Source: VanderMeander
Tonight, just as we were sitting down for the supper that was to be eaten in the half hour between my chiropractor appointment and Madeline’s soccer game, we had a little surprise. Marc and I looked up from the table and what we thought ...
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May 9, 2012
| Author: Sharon Kent
| Source: rose of Sharon
Today at work, I took everything that belonged to me off my bulletin board and wall. It looks bare. Trying to make space for someone new to move in...whomever that may be.
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I realize I’m cross-posting with Facebook here, which seems a little off, but this is such a wonderful quote that it needs to be preserved here. It’s from Gilead, the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Marilynne Robinson. The book is … Con ...
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May 7, 2012
| Author: Sharon Kent
| Source: rose of Sharon
There was a surprise party...30th wedding anniversary party for Randy and Teresa Collins. (Ken worked with Randy for a good many years at SaskTel.) They were totally caught off guard with the typical 'deer in the headlights' reaction.. ...
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May 6, 2012
| Author: Matthew
| Source: Lines in the Sand
How we respond to life in our highest moments is not nearly as significant as how we respond to life in our lowest moments. When we see a greater glimpse of what's possible and feel overwhelmed by inspiration and positivity it's remark ...
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May 6, 2012
| Author: Johanna
| Source: Corduroy Plaid
Today was the opening day of the farmers market.
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May 5, 2012
| Author: Sharon Kent
| Source: rose of Sharon
She sprung into the apartment, this long willowy teenager, disappeared and reappeared as this:
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May 2, 2012
| Author: Dixie Vandersluys
| Source: VanderMeander
I cannot get out of my head the fact that Marc no longer has to go to the library. Yesterday I was reading outside while Olivia and her friend played in the field. When Marc came out, I thought, “Marc’s off to the library.” It took me a ...
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May 2, 2012
| Author: Johanna
| Source: Corduroy Plaid
I can't sleep, not used to summer storms yet. So here's some bragging about my kid.
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Dixie is taking a course or two this month. I told her that I would start cooking in May and to that end, I acquired a copy of Jamie Oliver’s Jamie’s Food Revolution, which Joel tells me was actually revolutionary for his cooking. … Con ...
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Hello May. And readers. It has been nearly a month and much has been accomplished. For one, I graduated from seminary. I am now a Master of Divinity. Given the name of the degree I had high expectations, but contrary … Continue reading →
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Apr 30, 2012
| Author: Sharon Kent
| Source: rose of Sharon
I love wine. I can't drink it much because it (1) makes my gout act up (white wine) and (2) gives me a migraine (red wine).
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Apr 29, 2012
| Author: Matthew
| Source: Lines in the Sand
Five years ago, I set off on a path that would alter the course of my life forever: planting trees.
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Apr 29, 2012
| Author: Sharon Kent
| Source: rose of Sharon
OK. I've been patient. Waiting for months on end for warmth and greenery outside, I am quickly losing patience.
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Apr 28, 2012
| Author: Dixie Vandersluys
| Source: VanderMeander
Five years ago today this little beauty came into the world in a perfect way (really, you should go read her birth story!): She’s turned into a smart, sensitive, exuberant little girl whom we love very much. Happy birthday, Olivia Kate!
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Apr 28, 2012
| Author: Sharon Kent
| Source: rose of Sharon
More folks leaving...some for good.
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Sometimes, there's no short way to say something.
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Apr 27, 2012
| Author: linealanoie
| Source: LineaLanoie’s Weblog
I did not expect to wake up to this! It is a good day for a Sabbath.
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