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In Defense of Calvinism

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I have a pair of roller blades in the back of my car. I think the last time I used them, George W View Post

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Ava and suffering

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Most of you in my world have probably heard by now about Ava, a four-year-old little girl who has View Post

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I am an Israelite

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Update on our resolution. Many, many thanks to Melissa Gibbs and her invitation to read through the View Post

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Perspective.

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First, a story. Sam now hates his bouncy seat. I don't know how it happened, but the place that for View Post

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It’s hard work!

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I remember hearing the name "M.O.P.S" in my childhood, and two things always struck me. First, what View Post

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A Resolution

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I think I'll really do it this time. My friend Melissa, whom I know from Young Life, is challenging View Post

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You in Target…

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You. You in Target last Saturday with your workout capris and your frappachino. You annoy me. I'm View Post

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Eyeore Cheers Up

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As I was telling someone this week, my spiritual gift is pessimism. I have a beautiful knack for View Post

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My Rats Are Disappearing

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I had a moment last night. Sam had gas, hunger, stuffy nose, and then playtime – two hours total. View Post

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From the Future Jessica

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This post started out (in my head) as some helpful advice to you single and childless people. It was View Post

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Hi! I’m Jessica. Former English teacher turned homeschooling mom of three. ESTJ. iPhone addict (in recovery). Anxiety overcomer. Allergy mom (only slightly neurotic). Loved by God, and wife to Mr. Fix Anything. I run a mean 12-minute mile and can make just about anything dairy free. I’m glad you’re here! Read More >>>
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