Author Archives: Elisabeth Moody
Mother’s Day Is For Me?
I’m still getting used to the idea. I’ve been referring to myself as a mom more often now, but since no one around here can actually call me “Mom” yet, I have to remind myself that Mother’s Day is for … Continue reading
Season Jet Lag
I am so confused. When will it be autumn? Is Christmas coming soon? Is it spring or summer around here? I feel like my poor eastern body is on season jet lag. It’s been nearly 3 years since I’ve had … Continue reading
Mini Staycation
So, I can’t say that we’ve ever stayed at a resort before—until this week. Some friends of ours generously gave us a 3 day, 2 night stay at Cibola Vista Resort and Spa in Peoria (northern Phoenix). We were in … Continue reading
At the Firehouse
Verrado’s picture-book-looking firehouse had its grand opening last Saturday. We joined the crowd for a self-guided tour through the bay, the station, the dorms, and even a climb into one of the trucks. To top it off, we enjoyed Chick-fil-a … Continue reading
18 Months
Soon after Silas was born I asked my mom, “How do you have a child and not be sad every day because they’re growing up?” At that time, Silas’s milestones came so fast, I couldn’t keep up with my emotions—1 … Continue reading
Family Weekend
Stephen’s brother and sister-in-law, David and Tammy, visited us for the first time this past week. It was great to have them! We were happy to share our corner of Phoenix with them.They arrived late Wednesday night and headed north … Continue reading
Silas, You Are Loved
Bitty Boy, you know you are loved when your friend builds you a sandbox all your very own. You know you are loved when your friend buys you shovels, a bucket and rake for your sandbox. You have some incredible … Continue reading
First Easter Egg Hunt
Kind of. Egg hunts are a bit ambitious for a one year old. I had about 25 eggs with a couple jelly beans in each. After lunch we went to the park with friends, and I spread the eggs out … Continue reading
Christ is Risen!
He is risen indeed! 28 Now after the Sabbath, as the first day of the week began to dawn, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. 2 And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of … Continue reading