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Rage, Rage
Posted by: Nikki on: November 14, 2009
Been kinda down the last few days. The Monday after the Friday my contract ended my phones wouldn’t stop ringing with recruiters trying to get me interviews for other contracts. Now here I am two weeks later with nada—didn’t get any of the contracts for which I interviewed and the phone calls and emails are [...]
That Lovin’ Feeling
Posted by: Nikki on: November 14, 2009
There are a few things about my children I understand completely–like their simple pleasures. Most of the time if it’s not a snack or a meal, I don’t know what the heck they want. Caleb can’t/won’t communicate his needs, and Jadon can be down right confusing sometimes. So I love those moments when I get it. [...]
Win $50 in Books for Christmas!
Posted by: Nikki on: November 13, 2009
Usborne Books and More does a monthly drawing for $50 in free books. No purchase necessary; all you have to do is enter to win!
Break a spine!
Get it? Break a spine! … ’Cause a book has a spine? … Nevermind.
In Jesus’ name: Amen
Posted by: Nikki on: November 7, 2009
When it comes to our boys I try not to make our faith too mysterious. I try to speak as plainly as possible so there’s no confusion. For example, we don’t “say grace” before we eat. What does that mean anyway? No, I tell them we are going to “say thank you” to God for [...]
Days Gone By
Posted by: Nikki on: October 23, 2009
There doesn’t seem to be enough hours in a day anymore, which is funny because I used to think there were too many hours in a day…until bedtime that is! Going back to work full time has been challenging, but not as challenging as it could be. Hollis has all but taken over as primary caregiver [...]
To Sleep, Perchance to Dream
Posted by: Nikki on: September 27, 2009
Hollis and I slept in this morning. In fact we did not get out of bed until almost 10 o’clock! I’m still amazed. I feel a newfound freedom in learning we can do this. Apparently with both boys in school, they’re a bit more low key in the evenings. We put them in bed and [...]
Grace Abounds … and Slobbers
Posted by: Nikki on: September 22, 2009
We’re getting a dog. A German Shepherd puppy to be exact. Her name is Grace. Everyone in this house is excited about her, including Ashley and Devin. She’ll be a family dog, but primarily Caleb will be her person. I still can’t believe this is happening; I never wanted a dog. But after watching Caleb [...]
That’s a (Weekly) Wrap!
Posted by: Nikki on: September 12, 2009
So this has been an eventful week. Last weekend we were in SC for two days with Hollis’ side of the family. It was a joyous family reunion with all his aunts and uncles and with his grandmother, Big Ma. I love Big Ma. She’s the sharpest, most progressive great-grandmother I know. Anytime we get [...]
Forgetting What Is Behind
Posted by: Nikki on: August 31, 2009
Hollis laughs at me when I say he talks way more than I do. He says it’s funny how I say that but it’s usually me that ends up in lengthy conversations with total strangers. I don’t think that’s a fair measurement though because I’m hardly ever the one to start those conversations! I used to [...]
Still Blowing Our Minds
Posted by: Nikki on: August 29, 2009
Every day Caleb Joshua does something more amazing than the day before. I try to capture the moments he stupefies us. Here’s one:
- LaVerne: Good Morning Babygirl. Sorry you are having your moments. We all have them if that is any relief to you. Trust me, God has the perfert job for yo
- Nikki: Don't tease me girlie!
- heather: Yay! Finally an update! :D Glad to hear things are going so well!! Love and miss you girl! Maybe someday WE can move there too :D
