And with a final push despite that hideous stomach flu (which reappeared once since my last post), we ended the year at AWANA with a bang … and some cupcakes.I have truly enjoyed every single Sunday night I had the privilege of spending with the red team. Admittedly, there were fewer than usual. The year […]
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AWANA Fever
OH, NO! Andrea caught a bad case of the AWANA fever! Luckily, this picture was taken last week, though we hope she’s still contagious. 
I’m so looking forward to leading another group of Sparkies in Scripture memorization and fun times. Even while all the divorce stuff was happening, I continued to lead my […]
Harvest of Little Plants
Last Sunday, we held the final AWANA meeting of the year and doled out awards. Once again, I was amazed at the children in my group. As a leader, I have the privilege of watching them tuck verse after verse away in their hearts. Every single meeting–even with going through all my life changes–I walked […]
AWANA Awards and a Cute Quote
“Cute quote,” now that’s a tongue twister? I can’t wait to brag on my kids, but first: How many of you just paused and said “cute quote” out loud? Here’s Joshua clowning around before the awards ceremony while Andrea and one of her best friends cling. I’ve noticed that clinging to each other is […]
Break It Down
My last post was titled “Turning a Corner.” Apparently, I also stumbled into a dark alley. Don’t worry; I made my way toward the light and emerged at last. Looking back, here’s what I see happening since I last blogged: Three rejections, two new full manuscript requests, the strep bug and various colds, a 400-page […]