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Joy
Midwest, USA
I am a devoted wife to John Wayne (really, It's true! wink, wink), mama to many, as well as a nurse turned stay at home mom. We homeschool our brood, and are living life to it's fullest. I try to look at life as the glass being half-full, or was it half-empty, or wasn't that the 2nd glass of milk you've spilled?!?
Interests: As i am seeking to know Christ on a deeper level, He is showing me that true joy lies, in seeking Him first.....other things i find joy in? Making my husband smile, making my oldest child roll her eyes at me and then crack a smile cuz she can't help it, trying to get my 2nd to tell me how weird i am, (really, this is true!), getting my little cowboy to lasso me with a hug now and then, and tickling my littlest to make her belly laugh come out! Other stuff that lassos me? Anything to do with natural living, crafting with natural fibers and such, teaching, (and being taught by), my kiddos each day in our home life/ home school. enjoying every minute, (okay most minutes), of our life together!
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A summer reading challenge for my teen daughters
Posted May 31, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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Love your photograph of your littlest darling. Mine features our 2 yr. old, and how is making us laugh as we teach him the art of "gentleness"....Blessings!
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Joy~
Commented May 10, 2013 on {this moment} at SouleMama
{this moment}
. . . . . . . . . . {this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to...
:: This Moment ::
Posted May 10, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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Double chocolate chip cookie recipe
Posted May 9, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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So lovely. Thanks for sharing them with us!
Commented Apr 27, 2013 on SouleMama Sponsor ~ Bundle ~ at SouleMama
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Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Bundle. In Julie's words: "Bundle is an innovative diaper service, that is opening up franchises nationwide. Our online shop has a modern collection of super cute must haves; from cloth diapers and baby carriers to bright organic clothes...
What joy it must be to see your nieces in the sweaters knit with such love, I am sure. There is no greater gift to me than someone enjoying the work of my hands.
Loveliness.
Blessings,
Joy~
Commented Apr 25, 2013 on for a little boy at SouleMama
for a little boy
These two little sweet peas, my nieces, (wearing the sweaters I made them before they were born), are about to become big sisters. We are all so excited to welcome another little one into the family, this being the thirteenth grandchild, and the fifth boy. Naturally, a little bit of knitting...
Must be shearing time? How lovely to have all take part...though some may just be watching. Learning right along with our children is such a privilege.
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Blessings,
Joy~
Commented Apr 19, 2013 on {this moment} at SouleMama
{this moment}
. . . . . . . . . . {this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to...
:: This Moment ::
Posted Apr 19, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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I taught myself to knit, with motivation from Amanda. I bet you could do the same with your desire to sew. There are classes everywhere!
Commented Apr 18, 2013 on spring stitching at SouleMama
spring stitching
It's so interesting to me, the pull of the seasons as it corresponds to crafting. While the knitting needles were in my hands all winter long as often as I could manage, they've been sitting a little more quietly of late. Surely, I knit all year long. But this time of year, certainly less....
It looks just lovely on you!
As, I've either been pregnant or nursing for *years* now...I have to remember to be proud of what my body has accomplished. (And, IS accomplishing...being I am 3 months pregnant with our 6th babe.) I may not have the body I once did, but I treat it well....and it has done so very much. As your has as well ;)
Blessings to you,
Joy~
Commented Apr 18, 2013 on spring stitching at SouleMama
spring stitching
It's so interesting to me, the pull of the seasons as it corresponds to crafting. While the knitting needles were in my hands all winter long as often as I could manage, they've been sitting a little more quietly of late. Surely, I knit all year long. But this time of year, certainly less....
Joy is now following Alicia P.
Apr 16, 2013
Our meal plan this week-Spring
Posted Apr 15, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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:: Spring ::
Posted Apr 10, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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A new camera! Such fun. I have a new lens myself I am truly enjoying. I guess when us mamas keep the spirit of learning alive, it makes life that much more of an adventure. Love the photographs in today's post. As I do everyday!
Blessings on the week to come,
Joy~
Commented Apr 8, 2013 on Monday Morning at SouleMama
Monday Morning
Good Monday morning to you! I hope you had a marvelous weekend where you are. We spent ours with old and dear friends visiting, popping out of doors - into the pasture, into the woods - whenever the sun appeared to warm the chilly April air, and just ...
Asian pepper sauté
Posted Apr 8, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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We have 2 dogs and 3 cats in the house, who love to think they are human at times.
They definitely keep the house from getting dull....as if our five kiddos would let that happen ;)
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Blessings,
Joy~
Commented Mar 8, 2013 on {this moment} at SouleMama
{this moment}
. . . . . . . . . . {this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to...
:: This Moment ::
Posted Mar 8, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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A few moments alone can be so refreshing, can they not? I am a mama of five as well, and that truly is a rare treat. Taking a quiet time for myself each day helps me be the best mama I can. Hope your time gave you the energy to tackle the meeting and supper when they returned.
Blessings,
Joy~
Commented Mar 7, 2013 on home alone at SouleMama
home alone
I cannot remember the last time I was alone in my own house. Mamas, it's a rare thing, isn't it? But yesterday, I found myself in just that situation - with all my people off a day-long adventure and me at home waiting for a meeting that was a little delayed. Home! Alone! But what's...
How NOT to read this blog, (or any other) and live in freedom Part 2
Posted Mar 6, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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That trick you have there made me laugh out loud. However, I am sure it works well! I do already spend much time getting the little ones ready when we head outdoors....though, I find it is always worth it. Usually I join them, which is wonderful as well.
Love your photo!
Here is our moment from the week: Includes two of my daughters as well.
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Blessings,
Joy~
Commented Mar 1, 2013 on {this moment} at Rabbit Is Wise
{this moment}
A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to find and see. ..... in solidarity wi...
Life is so much better when filled with animals and children. Love this photograph.
Ours is a big sister and little sister homeschooling moment.
http://www.vimandvigor.typepad.com
Blessings,
Joy~
Commented Mar 1, 2013 on {this moment} at SouleMama
{this moment}
. . . . . . . . . . {this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to...
:: This Moment ::
Posted Mar 1, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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How NOT to read this blog, (or any other) and live in freedom Part 1
Posted Feb 28, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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Sibling moments are some of the most precious of all. Beautiful photograph.
My youngest has a moment this week: (Wearing a knitted creation from mama no less =)
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Blessings,
~Joy
Commented Jan 25, 2013 on {this moment} at SouleMama
{this moment}
. . . . . . . . . . {this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to...
:: This Moment ::
Posted Jan 25, 2013 at Vim and Vigor
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