Author: Martha

KY Trip November 2023 Part 1

KY Trip November 2023 Part 1

Last December, we went to the Ark Encounter & Creation Museum in KY. We bought an annual pass (surprisingly, a less expensive option for a family our size). Since it was going to expire soon, we made some last-minute plans to make a quick trip 

Weekly Gratitude Post 12/11/23

Weekly Gratitude Post 12/11/23

Today’s Gratitude Post is brought to you by… Lucas! “I am thankful that my older 2 sisters were able to come over this past weekend. I’m thankful that Dewey had kitties . I’m thankful for the time we have had at Hallstrom.”

November 2023 Family Funnies

November 2023 Family Funnies

Emmalyn found a stink bug in the kitchen. Apparently Logan had put it in a covered bowl that he had been keeping a (HUGE!) Wheel Bug in & it escaped. Logan was called to dispense of the stink bug. He rolled a bottle on the 

Weekly Gratitude Post 12/4/23

Weekly Gratitude Post 12/4/23

Today’s Gratitude Post is brought to you by… Keira! “I am thankful for immune systems that can help us get better. I am also thankful that we can have fun & play games when we are on very long car drives. I am also thankful 

September 2023 Family Pictures – Pt 1

September 2023 Family Pictures – Pt 1

Pregnancy Care Center’s Hike for Life – always a highlight Kids playing in Bubble machine @ Hike for Life 9/23 short video Logan & Lucas Axe Throwing @ Hike for Life 9/23 short video Lizzy & Keira Axe Throwing @ Hike for life video Pt 

Weekly Gratitude Post 11/13/23

Weekly Gratitude Post 11/13/23

Today’s Gratitude Post is brought to you by… Me! I’m grateful for God’s provision, leading & guiding. I’m grateful that He makes it clear when He closes a door. I’m grateful for new doors being opened. I’m grateful for relaxing Sundays to worship & have 

October 2023 Family Funnies

October 2023 Family Funnies

Ellie: “That’s a BIG windmiller!” Me: “Yes, it is!” Ellie: “It’s as tall as Dad!” Me….”Um….” Ellie: “Actually, it’s like an inch, no a foot taller than him!” 🤣 Ellie: “Mama, I can count to 100!” Me: “Really?! Count for me!” Ellie: “I’m too tired 

Encouraging Quotes to Remember Part 13 November 2023

Encouraging Quotes to Remember Part 13 November 2023

So encouraging! What you do/say/how you act MATTERS! On this date, September 22, in 1871, an elderly British lady, 82 years young, was ushered into her heavenly reward. Earlier in her life, in 1835, her frustration at being an invalid left her feeling useless and 

Family Get Together Fall 2023 Part 1

Family Get Together Fall 2023 Part 1

Once a year, in the Fall, my side of the family – my parents, siblings & families get together for a couple days. It’s always a highlight! Our family was a bit bigger this year, having gained two sons-in-law. 😀 Random candid pictures – we