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my week by iPhone.

my week by iPhone.

I finally figured out how to retrieve my iPhone pics without having to actually find a plug and hook my phone up to my computer, and then move my pictures over to my computer and then move them to where I want them to go. Okay, I sorta knew how to do it, but I hadn’t actually done it. But… Read More

11.03.12 · big o' family, life by iphone, things I love 5

husbands and wives

husbands and wives

disclaimer: I am a Christ-following, stay-at-home mama. So, it would naturally follow that this post is written from the perspective of a Christ-following, stay-at-home mama. My goal here is to encourage, and to help others who are struggling. This is simply my opinion, from lessons I’ve learned on this journey called life. I am not a professional, nor do I… Read More

07.16.12 · adoption, big o' family, marriage, my faith, Q and A 44

the family photos that almost weren’t.

the family photos that almost weren’t.

Despite a freak rain/hail shower, and over an hour spent stuck in traffic due to a downed power line, we actually made it to our family photos session. Barely. So grateful we were working with a photographer – through Red Thread Sessions – that was refreshingly easy-going. The rain actually worked to our advantage because it caused the temperature to… Read More

07.07.12 · big o' family 2

a moment

a moment

On Sunday afternoon, I was doing what I love to do. Taking pictures of my kids. They were playing in their new playhouse – aka cardboard basketball hoop box – and to bring in more light, I opened the front door. After snapping a few pictures, just inside the entryway, I turned around. And this is what I saw. A… Read More

06.05.12 · adoption, big o' family 25

thank you, PW.

thank you, PW.

I was leaving WalMart at about 1:00 this afternoon when my phone rang. It was my sweet neighbor, inviting us to eat with them and our other neighbors for Memorial Day. At 3:00. Since I had milk in my trunk, I knew I couldn’t turn around and go back to WalMart. I’d just have to dig up find something at… Read More

05.28.12 · big o' family, cooking 13

I love Mother’s Day

I love Mother’s Day

and one of the many reasons why is that it’s the one day a year that you can get everyone within arm’s reach together for a Mother’s Day picture. Everyone looking at the camera and not looking pained is optional.

05.14.12 · big o' family 18

Sunday Snapshot: {a slice of life}

Sunday Snapshot: {a slice of life}

Today I wanted to try something new. More of a slice of life post instead of anything planned. Because this is really what life looks like. At least, this is what my life looks like. On this day, the day before Mother’s Day. Making some homemade cards. Imitating mom. Ignoring mom. And completely unaware of mom. Playing. Flying. And loving…. Read More

05.12.12 · big o' family, Sunday Snapshot 19

the news

the news

Y’all are too much. I loved reading your guesses. Some made me smile. Buying a cow? Not it, but I do kinda like that idea. Another pony? Hmmmm…. Going blond? The funny part was how I’d look after my over-processed fell out. Some made me cry. Victoria getting engaged? Not my baby! Engaged? Getting a new puppy? Seriously, Seamus is… Read More

02.09.12 · big o' family, special needs adoption, Tallula 137

*smile*

*smile*

Happy day. All my babies. In one place. My jammie-wearing, unbrushed-hair sportin’ kiddos. And to this mama, this sight could not be any sweeter. Hoping y’all are surrounded by those you love this New Year’s Eve!

12.31.11 · big o' family, Victoria, Zach 5

from our house to yours

from our house to yours

12.24.11 · big o' family, celebrations 11

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I'm Stefanie. Wife to one, mom to 13. Occasional blogger and t-shirt maker. Wannabe photographer and exerciser. Constant grace-needer and orphan advocator. more
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