I didn't have time to post anything yesterday because we were busy celebrating my husband's 38th birthday. What a blessing he is to our family! When I first met him, I actually tried to set him up with other women before I realized how wonderful he was for me! He is the most wonderful father… Continue reading Attract and Appreciate Your Husband
Author: Katie Cruice Smith, Author
First of all, I am a child of God. I was blessed to come to know Him as my personal Savior when I was just 5 years old! All I ever wanted was to become a writer and a mom, and God has granted me "my petition that I asked of Him." I became a mom through adoption to a beautiful daughter, Hannah, who is teaching me how to mother in God's grace; a handsome boy, Ephraim, who keeps us all laughing; and bossy, sweet-natured Harmony, who is never boring! I stepped into the rocky world of fostering as well but have had to step back and focus on the children God has given me to raise right now. As the marketing assistant for our adoption attorney, I have had the opportunity to see all sides of the triad and work hand in hand with many adoption specialist, adoptive/foster families, and even biological families. Follow along and let's enjoy this unique parenting journey together!
Let Your Light Shine
During this time of year, it seems that people become greedier, pushier, and just out-and-out rude! I love the holiday season, but sometimes it seems that the shopping crowd is just out of control, and these people really take away from the true meaning of Christmas. That being said, today I was out shopping and… Continue reading Let Your Light Shine
Baby Hugs
Hannah and I have been taking it easy this week, trying to get back into our routine after such a hectic week last week! I love the time we have together, just sitting on the floor with building blocks and stacking rings. Today, every once and awhile, Hannah would stop playing, crawl over to me,… Continue reading Baby Hugs
Dedication Day
Yesterday, we stood before our church family and dedicated our daughter to the Lord. It was such a sweet experience! Our pastor took a few moments to ask us some questions about how God has used our child to change our lives. Jamie said that he really has seen God working personally in our lives this… Continue reading Dedication Day
Thanksgiving Recipe
This is one of my favorite times of year, and the food is one of the best parts of it! Our family get-togethers are a smorgasbord of tantalizing delicacies - from the traditional turkey baked to perfection by my mom to the decadent pumpkin cheesecake made by my beloved (and very talented) sister-in-law. I crave the… Continue reading Thanksgiving Recipe
Lessons from My Child
My sweet baby has been sick all weekend, causing us to stay home from church yesterday since they don't allow kids with runny noses in the nursery. Despite the fact that her nose is constantly dripping and her head stuffy, Hannah has still been the sweetest baby, never allowing her cold to affect her attitude… Continue reading Lessons from My Child
A Day with Pa-Paw
We visited my husband's grandfather at his assisted living home yesterday, and we left there saddened by our experience. You see, Pa-Paw has dementia, a disease that slowly eats away at his memory. Our hearts were aching as he asked us again and again where we live, where he was, and how long it would… Continue reading A Day with Pa-Paw
Just Look Up
Another one of my friends lost their job last night. The numbers are quickly adding up as unemployment skyrockets - and during the worst time of year, too! We were a part of the statistics this summer as my husband unexpectedly lost his job just weeks after we brought our daughter home from the hospital. … Continue reading Just Look Up
Bouncin’ Babies and Supportive Friends
Thursday is my favorite day during the week. Why Thursdays? Every week, Hannah and I head to our local library to participate in "Bouncin' Babies," a free program designed to teach parents how to have fun with their babies while teaching them. Our wonderful teacher, Miss Donna, leads us in songs and stories with the… Continue reading Bouncin’ Babies and Supportive Friends
The Mommy Factor
My daughter will be 8 months old next week, and I am amazed at how quickly she has grown - and how little I know as a parent! As she has begun crawling in the last few weeks, I am seeing our house through different eyes - those of my child. Suddenly, a cabinet is… Continue reading The Mommy Factor
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