jamie y. watkins

Tag: parenting

  • {pretty, happy, funny, real}

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    ~ Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life ~ {pretty} We got our new Cradle-to-Cross Wreath in the mail yesterday. I ordered it from JoyWares.com after reading about it on Ann Voscamp’s blog. We don’t have a candle to fit in it yet, so we didn’t use it last night, but I’m excited to have…

  • {pretty, happy, funny, real}

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    I’m joining in on the fun of {pretty, happy, funny, real} from Like Mother, Like Daughter. It’s all about capturing moments throughout the week to help reflect on what’s going on and practicing contentment in our everyday lives. So here’s my first contribution. {pretty} Well, we got another thick blanket of snow last night and…

  • Celebrating a New Baby

    Celebrating a New Baby

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    Today, I got to go to my friend Kelly’s baby shower to celebrate with her, and all her family and friends, the expected arrival of “Peanut.”  Chad and I met Kelly and her husband Frank a few years ago and we served together in our satellite church. Since then, we’ve built an even stronger friendship,…