2013-01-07 03:06
2013. This year will be incredible.Mark my words.I have made resolutions.None of the "normal" ones. No weight loss resolutions. No workout resolutions.No money or success resolutions.I resol… Read More
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A family blog detailing the everday ins and outs of a busy family of seven, full of entertaining stories and thoughtful anecdotes, this blog seeks to keep family, friends, and others up to date on the chaos surrounding the Gaffner's.
2012-10-30 02:56
I haven't given up on this blog.Nor have I given up on the notion of writing a book.Things have just been put on "hold" with the business of life. And that's okay.And that's the lesson… Read More
2012-10-08 20:03
My husband accuses me of never being able to just sit still.I plan activities for our family weekends. I have visions of the perfect day at the perfect place with the perfect pictures.But th… Read More
2012-10-08 19:09
It has been far too long since I last blogged.I make this excuse often, but I am forced to make it again.Life just gets in the way.Especially lately.But excuses aside, it is my goal to revam… Read More
2012-05-01 19:54
I remember the moment like it was yesterday.Hard at work as a youth minister for over a year, I picked up a second job in the summer of 2008. I started teaching at a local preschool in Danvi… Read More
2012-02-22 21:54
On Ash Wednesday, it's customary for Christians to begin a Lenten seasonal "fast". In recent years it has become very trendy to join in on the festivities as people of all faiths and denomin… Read More
2012-02-20 18:19
Last year when Michael was offered a promotion, we had no idea that adversity would also accompany this incredible opportunity. We sought Christian counsel, prayed, and truly felt this was t… Read More
2012-02-15 16:21
Dinnertime in our home has not always been as structured as it is now. Michael's work schedule has not been conducive to family time at the dinner table. And for a long time I felt lik… Read More
2012-02-15 15:51
Valentine's Day.The bane of the "singles" world. A day of candied hearts, chocolate, and cheesy cards and presents.I admit that the day itself seems like a waste of money and energy. And for… Read More
2012-02-14 16:57
Faith, the evidence of things unseen.Life revolves around faith. Faith in people, faith in things, faith in inanimate objects.Think about it. Every morning you wake with your alarm, trusting… Read More
2012-02-13 04:00
Taking an extended break from blogging gives me many stories on "backorder". Chaos takes no break guys, no break at all.Even though our world was upside down for many months, that doesn't pu… Read More
2012-01-07 15:01
If I could put into words how absolutely stressful the last six months have been, I certainly would have already blogged away my deepest feelings and troubled emotions. However, the impact o… Read More
2011-11-05 16:08
It is strange sometimes to say that I have five children now but the addition of Alena has changed our family dynamic completely and she's not even mobile or vocal yet. The kids have all adj… Read More
2011-10-05 18:04
There are defining moments in each life. Moments that change us for the better, or worse.Sometimes these moments are cliche and predictable; moments like the birth of a child, a death in the… Read More
2011-07-28 20:50
I am not a fan of discussing finances.It stresses me out.I think its because I know that my parents struggled financially when we were growing up and I hate that our family is stuck in the "… Read More
2011-07-15 20:51
For the last 34 weeks my body has been busy providing nutrition and energy to the miracle that is rapidly growing in my belly. In six weeks (give or take), we will finally meet the cause of… Read More
2011-07-13 21:08
I am a 28 year old pregnant woman.It goes without saying that I am extraordinarily self conscious of my body weight.Unfortunately I cannot attribute my issues with my self-image to preg… Read More
2011-07-13 14:31
The worst part about taking my work sabbatical this summer in the middle of moving to a new state has been the boredom. I wish I could just relax and be okay with doing nothing but its… Read More
2011-07-11 21:20
I opened up my Bible this afternoon. This is my absolute favorite Bible out of the shelves of Bibles that consume our living room book shelf. It was a gift from my church when I graduated Hi… Read More
2011-07-11 19:02
One of the things that I looked forward to the most about this move and ministry sabbatical was the increased time to spend exploring my relationship with God and diving deeper into His Word… Read More
2011-07-06 20:50
Fourth of July celebrations have always been the highlight of summer vacation for me. I remember as a child participating in parades, dressing in patriotic colors, and attending local festiv… Read More
2011-06-25 14:03
The house is unpacked.The rooms are "chaos" worthy.The routines are slowly developing.It is interesting to note that you can move four children six hours away from all that they know and the… Read More
2011-06-13 21:28
I am sure that my good intentions mean a lot to you blog readers but unfortunately those good intentions did not lead to frequent updates throughout this moving process. I found, unfortunate… Read More
2011-05-11 14:11
As if house hunting adventures weren't enough for our busy crew, we decided to take advantage of some sight-seeing opportunities by spending a few hours in Gettysburg, PA while waiting to vi… Read More
2011-05-11 13:49
Adventures are exhausting. That is a truth you can take to the bank.In Day two of our Great House Hunting Adventure we actually started to hunt for houses.I don't know if you have had t… Read More
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