It’s Not Perfect

My Real Simple magazine came in today. This is the first time that I'd rather not open it. It's the cover. A mother sits stretched across the page. Her hair is long, red, and gorgeous. She's slim (size 4? 2?) and looks at ease, relaxed and happy. Her three red haired, blue eyed children sit … Continue reading It’s Not Perfect

Restoring the Kingdom

“Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the face.”  ― Mike Tyson Yesterday morning, I was on it. With my purpose realized, already, I had spent time with God, blogged, showered, and breakfasted cheerfully with the children. By mid morning, lunch was baking along with supper in the crock pot. One load of laundry was in … Continue reading Restoring the Kingdom

Can’t Be Perfect

"I would rather make mistakes in kindness and compassion than work miracles in unkindness and hardness." — Mother Teresa Julia looked cute this morning. I mean super cute! We flat ironed her hair, she wore her new brown snow boots, accompanied by her adorable brown and pink jacket. Oh yes, c-u-t-e. But, as we walked up to her preschool, I noticed that she stood out … Continue reading Can’t Be Perfect