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Oct. 2, 2013

Our Apple Tradition...

By Jill

This past Saturday dawned with mist rising from the Kentucky River over the Palisades. It was one of those memorable mornings when you just want to stand outside with a cup of coffee and watch the day begin. But, I … Continue reading →

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Sep. 4, 2013

Marriage Advice from the Pros...

By Jill

My husband and I just celebrated our 38th wedding anniversary this month. Many of my friends seem to have August anniversaries too which made me remember a dinner I had with some of them two years ago.  One of my … Continue reading →

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Aug. 20, 2013

The way you wish you'd been taught

By Jonelle

Almost all of the schools around us have started the new year and my Facebook feed is clogged with photos of children heading back to school. It's a special time to mark the start of another season of growth. And, … Continue reading →

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Aug. 9, 2013

Feeling Concerned? Encouragement, Mirth, and a Thought or Two

By Luke

One of my cousins from Germany is coming to live with us for a year. She'll be able to experience American culture, go to the same high school I did, and hang out with her most amazing cousins! <cough> But … Continue reading →

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Aug. 7, 2013

Just Wait Till...

By Jill

I came across my third son’s baby book this past week and I immediately was taken back over 30 years ago. He was our third son born in 4 ½ years. The year he was born was hard--very hard. We … Continue reading →

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Aug. 1, 2013

Additive or Preservative?

By Judy

I love to cook and bake and try new recipes. That can be a good or bad thing, depending on whether or not you're on the receiving end of my experimenting. :) One aspect of good food preparation is the … Continue reading →

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Jul. 31, 2013

Looking Good or Showing Grace?

By Luke

Something was wrong. A peer had just refused to talk to me about his problems because I was "too perfect" and wouldn't be able to relate to him. I couldn't respond to that. Looking back, I think the problem was … Continue reading →

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