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Erica L: Finding joy in miracles

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I remember reading an article once about a woman who had recently lost her husband.  She implored other women to stop bugging their husbands and children about their messes and annoying habits, because one day, you could yearn to have those messes and signs of life back.   The other night after a hectic and stressful dinner time, I remembered that article and I stopped. ...

Laura: Blessings are sweeter for the wait

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Ever since I was little I hoped for a big family someday. I was one of 3 children, which was so much fun. My siblings and I were good friends and we had a great time together. I hoped for at least the same for my own children, but I dreamed of having 6 kids someday. When my husband and I started dating I learned he was one of 5 children. When things were getting more serious for us we started...