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Blogathon 2008

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Nessa, from Absolutely Moms and According to Me, has graciously offered all of her monies earned from her Lilaguide registrations!! Lilaguide is a new site with lots of different communities. Nessa has started a […]

Celebrate Gus Day!

I know it’s a big no no to cross post, but there are always exceptions to the rules, right? Today marks the second annivesary of Gus’ death. Gus died on May 31, 2006 while awaiting a liver/small bowel transplant. He was 16 months old.
I have found it very therapeutic to write letters […]

Free Bird Curriculum

As I was looking through TerraCycle’s site just a bit ago, I noticed that they have provided a nice curriculum to go along with their birdfeeder. TerraCycle is new to me…just saw the company featured on a tv show. Basically, they produce organic fertilizers, potting soil and plant food. The main […]

Stinky Homeschool Day

Uh….is this day over yet?  It’s been a horrible, stinky, rotten homeschool day and I refuse to allow it to be the same tomorrow.  Bleh!
I’m not sure what happened…well…yes, I do know.  The Whiners came to visit and as soon as they arrived, things went down-hill.   I can handle arguments, ugliness, and complaining, but when […]

Looking for a Change?

If so, you need to head on over to Doodlebug Designs and enter the giveaway for a template!  To celebrate the opening of her new business, Judi has decided to giveaway some prizes!  All you have to do is let other know about the giveaway by posting on your own blog…then you go leave a […]


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I am a mom who has been blessed with the opportunity to educate my children at home. Most days are great...some days though, you might just catch me in a corner rocking back and forth with my eyes glazed over! Rest assured though that God is teaching them...well us...ok, ok...ME many lessons!!

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Gus' Gang

Our family started this small ministry after Gus, our fifth child, died while awaiting a liver/small bowel transplant. We strive to reach out and encourage those families with chronically ill children and families who are grieving the loss of a child.



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