Category Archives: Let’s Reminisce and Reflect!

The Reality of Foster Care

Posted on December 9, 2018 by

Disclaimer before you read: I have wore many hats during my adult life. I began college in 1998. While attending college and after graduating, I was a teacher in daycares, public schools, a private school, and in many different church … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday to A Precious 7 Year Old Girl!

Posted on December 4, 2018 by

Dear Sweet Girl, You are already seven! I can’t believe time has went by so quickly. You had just turned 4 when we first met almost three years ago! You stole our hearts from that first day. Your mischievous little … Continue reading →

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Our Oldest Girl is 12!!

Posted on November 8, 2018 by

Dear Jaden, It’s your birthday! It’s hard to believe you are 12 years old. Next year, you will be a teenager. Time goes by so quickly. I know you have been looking forward to your birthday for months now because … Continue reading →

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Happy 3rd Birthday Little Stitch

Posted on September 15, 2018 by

Dear Abel, It was an Ohana kind of day. Early in the day, all your brothers and sisters hustled and bustled to get ready for your party. Excitement was in the air! When the party hour finally arrived, everyone wore … Continue reading →

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Tired

Posted on August 15, 2018 by

-I’m tired from the fight. -I’m tired from the constant battle. -I’m tired from the reality of everyone else besides me having a hand in planning my family’s future. -I’m tired from having to answer to many many different people … Continue reading →

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Difficulties in God’s Plans

Posted on July 21, 2018 by

Many days thoughts flood my mind constantly. Thoughts of: Did I choose this journey for myself or is this God’s complete will for my life? I always find myself thinking: Life is hard right now… Life is difficult… Life is … Continue reading →

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Happy 9th Birthday to One Awesome Boy!

Posted on June 4, 2018 by

Dear James, Happy 9th birthday sweet boy! You are growing up too fast. The past 9 years have flown by, but they have been great years because you have been a part of them. I always know I can depend … Continue reading →

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