Category: patience

Lock Out Rant

Posted on October 10, 2014 by

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The day began chaotic. I woke up later than I should have. Claire woke up exactly at the same time I did which meant that I would have to put breakfast and my quiet time aside until she was taken care of. After changing… Continue Reading “Lock Out Rant”

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The Power of a Child

Posted on May 20, 2014 by

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There is this couple at my church that when I look at them I think ‘sophisticated’. The wife has a certain elegance that is natural to her. The husband is someone that you can tell is very educated and commands authority. This couple is… Continue Reading “The Power of a Child”

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The 45 Minute Cushion

Posted on November 7, 2013 by

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So I think I am figuring out this whole timing thing with a baby. I am told that getting anywhere on time with kids is pretty much impossible. “You just have to plan better” was my answer. That was always responded to with laughter… Continue Reading “The 45 Minute Cushion”

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Time-free-carelessness

Posted on October 2, 2013 by

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I was talking to a friend the other day about trying to get things done when I have Claire with me and how impossible this seems. I shared that the Saturdays when my wife is working and I am home alone I can’t mow,… Continue Reading “Time-free-carelessness”

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The Diaper Reality

Posted on September 16, 2013 by

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There was poop everywhere… A routine 3:00 a.m. diaper change turned ugly at about 3:01 when I discovered that Claire had pooped up to the back of her neck. How does that happen?! Seriously. The physics of it just blows my mind. I’m sure… Continue Reading “The Diaper Reality”

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