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The BIG Picture!

Yesterday was a big day for the Stratton crew and for our little man, A.J.  We got word several weeks ago that one of A.J.’s paintings from this school year was selected as an overall winner by McBride’s teachers and staff.  His art teacher called Jason to let us know that in order to accept…

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Inspiration, Interruption, and Waste

I have found a new favorite fruit to juice….. red grapes!  It’s so yummy to juice together a cluster of red grapes and a red apple, a purely healthy sugar rush.  Yesterday I made my concoction to go with my lunch.  The left over pulp from all the grapes made me feel a bit guilty…

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Picture Day!

A.J. is having his school pictures taken today so we decided to play “Picture Day” at home today.  I have no desire to be one of those moms who demands perfectly placed hair and poses from my kids so you’ll notice there are no tiaras, just playful smiles. Location: Mommy & Daddy’s bed Camera/Lens: D300…

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Our Most Important “Followers”

Sometimes I wonder if my kids are really getting the best of me.  Taking care of little ones for me is mostly routine.  So I know that the really crazy experiences they have as kids here at home will stand out to them.  I want them to know what being a mother was like.  I…

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Familiar Smiles – The Polites Family

You know those familiar faces, familiar voices…. those familiar smiles that are a welcome sight no matter where you see them?  We all have those familiar people in our lives that make our day and bless us in ALL circumstances.  We’ve walked long roads with Matt & Steph Polites over the last few years.  We…

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