Category Archives: thoughts

Mid-week Happinesses

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Elisabeth Moody

unexpected phone call from my sister friend—in the middle of the day mailbox full of cards from family—and not one piece of junk mail friends coming over for dinner and games playing “chug-a-chug-a-chug-a-chug-a CHOO! CHOO!” with Bitty Boy surprise dinner … Continue reading →

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The Ebb and Flow of Days–This Season of Life

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Elisabeth Moody

I’ve often found it difficult to blog these past weeks of 2012. Writing about events (family visits, cooking, DIY projects…) is easy. The sharing of thoughts and feelings is hard to articulate. Perhaps you’re like me, and the blogs you … Continue reading →

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Books–Your Window to the World

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Elisabeth Moody

The above saying was posted on the wall of my 3rd grade classroom. I remember working at my desk, looking up at the poster, reading the words to myself, “Books—Your Window to the World,” and wondering what it meant. Its … Continue reading →

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These Still January Days

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Elisabeth Moody

Thankfulness grows in my heart during these quiet, sunny January days. We take Silas to the park, following him around as he discovers sticks and rocks, weeds and dirt. Watching him, I see his face light up with the wonder … Continue reading →

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Dynamic Duo

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Elisabeth Moody

After our West Virginia visit this fall, I came home with some pictures of the Manka side of the family. Looking at those pictures got me thinking of the legacy my grandparents left to me. Grandma & Grandpa were a … Continue reading →

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Treasure Boy

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Elisabeth Moody

Dear Silas,You are Mommy & Daddy’s treasure. We look at you and smile. Because of you we understand more fully God’s love for us, and that has changed us forever. We are in awe that God has given you to … Continue reading →

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A Thanksgiving Carol

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Elisabeth Moody

Non nobis, non nobis, Domine Sed nomini tuo da gloriam. ...which in English means… Not to us, not to us, O Lord, But to your name give glory. This beautiful Latin text is based on Psalm 115:1. “Not unto us, … Continue reading →

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Missing Him

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Elisabeth Moody

Today is Pop-pop’s birthday. He may be gone from us, but he is not gone. He’s waiting for us in Heaven. He’s happy today. He’s whole. And he’s with his Savior that he loved. Below is a poem that I … Continue reading →

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Ramblings on a Saturday

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Elisabeth Moody

I just feel like writing today. Silas is crawling around on the family room floor exploring the blinds, the magazines, sometimes crawling over to visit me. He’s such a happy baby today—singing, talking to himself, laughing, smiling, napping well, and … Continue reading →

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Love You, Mom

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Elisabeth Moody

I was so proud of myself for sending Mother’s Day cards to our mothers and grandmothers, that I had forgotten Mother’s Day is for me too this year. I can’t wait to spend the day with Silas tomorrow! A friend … Continue reading →

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