Category Archives: Personal Ponderings

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Simple but Meaningful

Posted on October 30, 2014 by wordvessel

In my journey towards a simpler life I began considering Christmas.  This holiday is dear to me; I am ever on the search for ways to make each one uniquely memorable and this often involves the gifts I give.  I … Continue reading →

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The Complex Journey Towards Simplicity

Posted on October 23, 2014 by wordvessel

A recurring theme in my heart is the pursuit of a simple life.  Hence, the creation of schedules, lists, and an ardent love of Post-It notes; the continual effort to organize and sort my possessions; the yearning to establish traditions … Continue reading →

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Making Sure It Counts

Posted on October 16, 2014 by wordvessel

My husband and I have started a fitness program together using an app on our phones. It has been an eye-opening experience to see how quickly and subtly the calories add up. I used to focus more on portion size … Continue reading →

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Note #1001 to Self

Posted on October 10, 2014 by wordvessel

For a day that you can feel satisfied with upon its conclusion, remember to do the following: 1. Read the Bible as soon as possible upon rising in the morning. 2. Pray for your family before praying for yourself. 3. … Continue reading →

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How Much I Don’t Know

Posted on October 2, 2014 by wordvessel

My baby is pushing 5 weeks old; I knew life could change in a heartbeat, but I didn’t realize how much a new heartbeat could change life.  As I type this, he is sleeping on the floor next to me … Continue reading →

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Now Is Now

Posted on September 24, 2014 by wordvessel

This is it! This is the time I have been waiting for since I was able to carry a baby doll in my toddler arms. I am a mom! Now I have someone to read stories to all day if … Continue reading →

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Baby Blues

Posted on September 22, 2014 by wordvessel

The term seems to indicate a frivolous bout of tears that can quickly be soothed with a pint of Blue Bunny ice cream. It hardly describes the traumatic plunge of emotions that can come at any time during post-partum recovery. … Continue reading →

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Little Boy Growing

Posted on September 11, 2014 by wordvessel

My shoes fit, as do my clothes, and my little boy is growing. I have carpal tunnel no longer so the hand braces are gone, as my little boy is growing. My milk has come in and a routine is … Continue reading →

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Living Essentially

Posted on August 27, 2014 by wordvessel

This past spring I discovered the delight of essential oils from DoTerra.  I have never been one to pop pills or rush to the doctor with every small affliction that assails my body. I am a firm believer that proper rest, … Continue reading →

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Equal to What?

Posted on August 21, 2014 by wordvessel

In light of the recent events in Ferguson, MO, I would like to discuss equality with you. I am not going to attempt an opinion on the shooting of Michael Brown because I cannot begin to figure out what happened. … Continue reading →

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