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Cabin Fever
After days and days of so many feet of snow outside, and little melting, you have to just get out anyway. Saturday was one of those days, and we decided to take Silas to the park. There had been a few warmish days, however it was a tad disheartening to see the park benches nearly still covered in snow. Silas wanted to go on the slide, but there was a mini lake under it! Silas braves the slide anyway! Silas … Read entire article »
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Authentic Love
This Valentines Day, this very proud mama got to hear her son preach tonight. Being Valentines Day, Enric chose Authentic Love as his topic for teaching. Enric teaches how our culture gives a view of love that is different from the Bible. He also gives a very personal and heartwarming testimony of many touching ways that authentic love has been shown to him and his family. We needed tissues at the end! Listen to “Authentic Love” » HERE … Read entire article »
Baltimore Auto Show 2010
A few times in the past I have given to Miquel as his Valentine’s present, a visit to the car show in Baltimore’s Convention Center. In the years past, it has been overwhelmingly amazing and it was almost too much show to see in one visit. This year, I was excited to have more Valentines to take, and we set out yesterday to the Maryland Auto Show. There were some noticeable changes at the start. Not … Read entire article »
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Christmas Eve 2009 Highlights
This Christmas Eve was special with Enric, Miranda, and Silas here with us. Jenny, back from school, was here too! The evening was sweet starting with our Christmas Eve service at church, and my guess is, that is when the hilarity got its start. Silas didn’t go into the nursery as keeping children with parents in the service is encouraged. He was so funny singing along, imitating the violins, and speaking out loud. Once home, the evening … Read entire article »
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Blizzard 2009
I don’t think that our weatherman could have predicted this. They started off saying a chance of snow with some accumulation. Then they began talking inches, and pretty soon, some time later, they were talking FEET! Today, it was a BLIZZARD! Enric decided fairly early to get started on cleaning the driveway and cleaning off the cars. Silas watched his daddy with excited interest. Enric starts cleaning off Yaya’s car. Silas became increasingly excited about to go out in the … Read entire article »
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Distraction
Silas showed us how short a child’s attention span can be today. He saw his daddy pull into the driveway, got all excited about greeting him, nearly hurt himself in his anxiousness to meet him at the doorway, goes running to greet him, Enric puts his bottled water down on the table to hug Silas, and that was all that was needed to distract Silas in a big way. “OH” he says. We sure did laugh a long time! … Read entire article »
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Silas!
Yesterday was Silas and Miranda’s first full day here. They got here late Tuesday night. Silas spent his first day with a buddy, as it was Laura’s babysitting day with Cameron. He has renamed the cats Dante and Jasper to Danti and Basher. Silas is a joy to have around and he has enchanted us all! … Read entire article »
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My Little Girl is 16
It’s hard to believe that 16 years ago today I waddled into the hospital, with the entire staff looking at my stomach and accusing me of eating the whole Thanksgiving turkey. Eight hours later, Laura was born. She was perfect. Smiling. The most beautiful little girl. She was a perfect 10. Her brother held her and she looked deep into Enric’s eyes as if he was her hero. Happy birthday, my princess. … Read entire article »
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The Maze Game
Many years ago, a game arrived from Spain called Laberinto 2. Enric took to the game immediately and poured many hours into it, trying to win this challenging game. It ’s made from plastic and had two knobs which is used to move a tiny ball around a maze, avoiding the many holes in the board and to get all the way around to the end. It was fun for me to see Enric with the game … Read entire article »
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Enric is Back!
It was so nice to see my dad’s old truck back in the driveway! We have a lot of unloading, unpacking, stacking, putting together, and trips to the dump to make. Anyone, stop by at your own peril, you may be put to work! Here are the guys unpacking. Mrs. Moore stopped by to lend a hand, too! Thanks, Lisa! … Read entire article »
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Enric, So Long Ago
Enric turns 27 today. How my mind has been full of the memories that led up to his birth, his birth, and then the year after… Happy Birthday my precious son. … Read entire article »
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Character
It’s funny what you learn about your own children on Facebook. Enric, who recently got a FB account, I noticed on his list of quotes: “The test of your character is what it takes to stop you.” Very thoughtful quote Enric! Must be my day to see character quotes, as later on I found this one: “The purpose of Christianity is not to avoid difficulty, but to produce a character adequate to meet it when it comes. It does not make life easy; rather it tries to make us great enough for life.” ~ James L. Christensen ~ … Read entire article »
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All My Children
I rarely get my precious children all in one place. Enric and Miranda’s last day here, we had fun on the front lawn, and they let me take as many photos as I wanted. A lot of sillyness, but a lot of fun. … Read entire article »
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Cool With Uncle Meek
While Enric, Miranda, and Silas were here, Miquel had to work odd hours and go to school. Miquel didn’t get to see them all he wanted. Miquel loves children and they seem to love him. So how much more is how he loves Silas. But gee, this is what happens to Silas, when his Uncle Meek gets some time with him! Silas with Miquel’s hat and bike gloves. I wasn’t fast enough to capture the short second … Read entire article »
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A Day in Avalon
Avalon Area of Patapsco State Park that is. Enric, Miranda, and Silas are still in town. Enric and Miquel decided to go mountain biking and Miranda and Laura went hiking. I got to spend some time with Silas. Silas climbed mountains at the playground there. Here, I show off my great grandparenting skills as I take photos of Silas falling off a swing. Next, we thought we’d impress Mr. Dolphin (or as Silas calls him, Dolph), and show … Read entire article »
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Summer Fun
Still more summer fun with Enric, Miranda, and Silas! Yaya took Silas for a spin around the yard in a wagon. Enric and Miranda enjoyed the pool. (Too cold for Silas). Enric and Laura went to the park to play tennis, meanwhile Miranda and Silas went to the playground. I got this shot of Silas right before a storm blew in. … Read entire article »
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Rather Random Invitation
Saturday I called Enric, and in my own way asked him if he, Miranda, and Silas wanted to come here for awhile. Here it is Monday, and they are here! We are looking forward to about a week of their company! Here is our precious Silas! I think I am in love! Enric didn’t take long to start playing his guitar for us and also the piano. … Read entire article »
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Not Enough Faith
to be an Atheist? In yet ANOTHER early birthday present, Enric and Miranda gave me a book by Norman L. Geisler and Frank Turek, “I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist” Great Title! Excerpt of the Preface: “Should you disbelieve what an atheist writes about Christianity just because he’s an athiest? Not necessarily, because he could be telling the truth. Should you disblieve what a Christian writes about atheism just because he’s a Christian? Again, not necesarily-he too could be telling the truth. But what about the an author’s agenda? Does an agenda fatally taint his objectivity? If so, no book is objective, including those by atheists and skeptics. Why? Because ALL books are written for a reason, all authors have an agenda , and all (or at least most) authors believe what … Read entire article »
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Online
John and I, no strangers to online webcam conversations, had a chance to talk to Enric, Miranda, and Silas! Enric was playing Classical Gas for me, or trying to, as Silas decided to help. Yaya, John, and I got to witness as Silas learned how to spin a ruler on a pencil. A treat for all of us. … Read entire article »
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Mother and Son at the Piano
Sometimes, it’s hard to see a future. So, I go looking into the past at times. Photos from years ago can be comforting… These days, Enric can sit down at the piano and make amazing music. I looked at this photograph (likely taken by Petra’s Dad, Piet Pulles, as he was here at the house that day), and thought, “I hope I had some little spark in helping Enric enjoy the piano as he does today.” The likely photographer with Enric … Read entire article »
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Wisconsin Christmas Presents??
Ok, it’s been a few weeks since Enric, Miranda, and Silas left… …but I’ve been wondering if they didn’t leave us a little something extra for Christmas? I’ve spotted a few of these little fellas… … Read entire article »
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Christmas Presents 2008: Birch Framed
It’s not even Christmas yet, and alread I am feeling the blessings of the season through gifts, and as usual I like to share with them to my blog readers. My very FIRST present this year was from Enric and Miranda. They noticed my reaction to the lovely birch trees in their area of Wisconsin. I was smitten with the white trunks and branches, even stopping in the road to take photos of them. What a … Read entire article »
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Fun Digeridoo!
Our holidays with Enric, Miranda, and Silas took on an Aussie flavor, when Enric took the challenge of playing the digeridoo John sent to Miquel some Christmases ago. Enric had so much fun with it, I almost hated to see him leave it behind…. … Read entire article »
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My Little Raven’s Fans
While Enric, Miranda, and Silas were here, we got to have some fun watching the Raven’s Game. Most dressed up for the occasion! Silas started the spirit off with bell ringing… My sons… Wish they could do this more often! Laura, poses with her brothers. Miranda dons a hat and joins in with Silas The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Redskins 24-10! … Read entire article »
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Early Christmas Presents
While Enric, Miranda, and Silas were here we couldn’t resist to have an early Christmas. After all, it’s a season, not just a day to me. … Read entire article »
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Family Portraits
Basically, the following is how NOT to photograph your family’s Christmas portrait. Silas was so wiggly! … Read entire article »
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Haircut
Mommy and Daddy decided it was time for Silas to have a little haircut. Daddy starts Silas isn’t so sure about this…he wants to wiggle. Mommy reassures Silas … Read entire article »
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A Visit to La Tasca
As an extra pre Christmas treat, I took everyone to La Tasca, located in Baltimore’s inner harbor. Around the holidays, my children grew up enjoying tapas, and I wanted to continue the tradition since we were all together. Silas was seated and looked ready for some different things to enjoy. He started it off with his very first lemon! Enric and Miranda look over the menu… Miranda decided on a mini Paella Valenciana and Brocheta de Gambas y Vieiras. Enric opted for … Read entire article »
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Christmas Comes Early!
As a Christmas present to my mom, my children, and myself, I flew Enric, Miranda, and Silas in from Wisconsin to visit us! Silas is getting so big! Enric tinkered around the house and car to check things out that aren’t working 100% or at all. Miranda and Silas … Read entire article »
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Happy Thanksgiving 2008
As Enric says, “Let the eating season begin.” How true! Looking forward to a day with family! … Read entire article »
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Terragen and Tim Janis
Some nice lady once told me, as she was looking over my Terragen Art, “You know, your terragen landscapes compiled with Tim Janis music would be a very pleasing thing.” “Tim who?” I asked. I am so glad I learned about his music. Stirring, soothing, and inspirational all at once. Enric and Miranda also had one of his pieces played at their wedding. I never acted on those words of the nice lady till yesterday, some 3 years … Read entire article »
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Hotel Xerraire Booking Up Fast!
Every house where love abides And friendship is a guest, Is surely home, and home, sweet home For there the heart can rest. Henry van Dyke (1852 – 1933) Not all, but most know that this autumn into winter is filling up fast at our home. We are very excited here and have been ocupied with preparations. I have already called most of my clients to let them know I will be very busy. We have John coming in from Australia this weekend to stay two weeks! I find myself in a confused state of wanting him to feel like an honored guest but at home at the same time. How does one do that? Enric and Miranda have also agreed to visit us, and over the Christmas holidays, Petra & Leoni will also stay … Read entire article »
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Bulbous Bouffant
Early on in Enric’s college studies, I was a little worried he wasn’t going to absorb more than ping-pong and the following. Later I learned, all college students need some silliness between intense studying. … Read entire article »
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Enric and Silas
“Outings are so much more fun when we can savor them through the children’s eyes.” Lawana Blackwell, The Courtship of the Vicar’s Daughter, 1998 Miranda posted this image of Enric and Silas from a recent outing they had. I thought some might like to see how Silas is growing. … Read entire article »
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Mini Concert
Well into Enric and Miranda’s stay here, we decided on an informal get together with my sister and her husband, as well as Mrs. Moore. With this time together, I thought it would be nice for Enric to play piano, a mini concert of sorts, so Miquel could tape it for us to listen to again and again. We had a little light food, some cookies, nuts, Flavio’s cheese and crackers. And then, we were treated very nicely… …as Miranda, baby … Read entire article »
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