Jody

When people die we are often given some of their things. Things that were important to them or that we want to hang on to and then pass down. They are pieces of those people that we can hang on to and enjoy. They are sweet reminders of them. After my grandma died I was … Read more

This weekend was our fist fall retreat here in Portland. So we loaded up the car with what looked like enough stuff for a week. That’s what it takes to go places with 2 kids but I’m convinced that it’s worth it. It takes a lot of work to go and take kids, try to … Read more

While playing with one of Isaac’s new train toys. “it sounds like a wounded bird” Matt was cutting down tree limbs and she says over and over “Wow, daddy is soooo brave!” Then a few minutes later. “Did you see him? He is the biggest, strongest daddy.” “Why can I can’t get him out? Oh, … Read more