Tag: Large Families
“Joyful” Would be an Understatement
Ga-Zoo-Nee
Many of you have wondered what family life at our home is like on a day to day basis…here’s a little of an average Saturday with our large family…. This morning the boys stayed home {they cringe at the thought of yard sales, hanging with big brother is way more fun} with Graham while Dw chauffeured us…
Our Littlest GrandTreasure
Yesterday our cell phones were buzzing with updates and quips back and forth. Miss Abigail, our oldest was in labor. Finally!! Such a time of sheer joy… awaiting the arrival of the Saunders teeniest grand baby… I’m not allowed to post a picture {yet!}, but he’s here and he is gorgeous! Rejoice with us… 4:58…
That Man O’ Mine
His selfless love for others makes him an example of God’s pure love… Gentle. Tender-hearted. Cries easily {especially when children suffering are mentioned} Kind. Wise. Brave. Strong. Orphan advocate. Grace-filled. Generous. Known by more than a dozen as “dad” and hundreds as Big Jaja….. and by me for the last 37+ years as “Whitey”… Today…
Nehemiah’s Question
The Things We Do For Love
Punking Dw
Over Christmas something happened that brought far too many giggles not to share. Dw’s big brother Steve and his wife, Diane, had sent us a monetary gift for Christmas. It came with strict instructions: Blow it on something fun!! We laughed when we read the note. They know us all too well – blowing…
Six Months
It’s been six months since our Nehemiah joined the family. We had a post-placement visit the other day. Our caseworker mentioned how relaxed he has become compared to her first visit. Ya’ know how it is when you are around someone, you don’t notice the change like others do. It was really fun to have…