This is the last post on Paris for our summer 2012 European escapade. I know it’s already 2013 and I am yet to finish writing about it but as I shared with you before my computer crashed, then we had some crazy holy–days and a fun birthday party. I still have a few more posts … Continue reading
If you know me, you know that I love to craft and play around with crafting supplies. I work hard on finishing projects but I’m not always as diligent as I should and I end up with big sticky messes or just of money thrown in the garbage in the form of colored papers and … Continue reading
Whether you are a backpacker looking to eat at the fanciest McDo in Paris, a couple of amoureux trying to walk hand in hand on one of the most romantic streets, a socialite looking to shop for the latest franco-trends, or a mom like me eager to let her toddler run around and get rid … Continue reading
La Ville Lumiere was baptized so for a reason. Not only because the beautiful bright lights that beacon from every building at night but because for centuries Paris has been a muse and a center of enlightenment and creativity to many. Having lived in France as a student and later visited it often after I … Continue reading
Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Psalm 127:3 What a blessing it has been to celebrate Joshua’s first birthday. Now that he is taking his first steps I realize, once again, that time flies by and that every step he takes is another step towards his independence. For now, … Continue reading
So, the rumors were true. Snow is to be found in this tropical island called Jakarta. Every “winter” season the Pondok Indah Mall decks its halls and prepares to host kids both expat and local in a Winter Wonderland of some sort. The Winter Wonderland at PIM includes a snow playground, an ice skating rink, … Continue reading
To be honest I get a little bit nostalgic during the Christmas season. Coming from a large extended family I’m used to big big Christmas dinners where two turkeys are barely enough to feed everyone. I’m used to waiting up until at least 10:00 pm to have dinner on Christmas eve, to wait until midnight … Continue reading
Memories of our vacation make me smile. When I’m stuck secluded in a car in traffic for hours at a time I try to transport myself to those few days when the boys roamed free and took in every detail that the city had to offer them. When we were in Paris of course I … Continue reading
My heart is aching for the families in Newtown, Connecticut. Every time I watch the news or read a new article about it I get a tear-eyed and try not to hug the boys too hard. I can’t believe something like this is happening, yet again. My thoughts and constant prayers go out to those … Continue reading
MY BABY IS ONE YEAR OLD! That’s all that’s been on my mind all week. I can’t believe that just a few months ago I was holding a newborn baby in my arms. Joshua has been such as blessing and a wonderful addition to our family. Everything about him, from us thinking he was a … Continue reading
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