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Music. Powerful music. Music has helped connect Hanissa and her sisters. One of the first songs she learned was from Snow White. She walked around for days humming the tune and trying to learn the words. Check out the video to see Hanissa and Rachel singing together. [vimeo http://www.vimeo.com/58695348 w=500&h=281] “I’m Wishing” from David Etter…
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Hanissa is probably no more energetic than any other 4 year old and compared to some, maybe she’s calm. But I had allowed myself to forget those wonderful and tiring mornings (and afternoons) filled with endless chatter and movement. The older girls have found great channels for their energy, music, tae kwon do, music, hanging…
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I can’t believe we actually got to go to Hawaii. Our goal was to fulfill requirements for Hanissa’s US visa, which we did. Actually, we felt rather guilty about going, but it ended up being a much needed, really relaxing, and even guilt-free vacation. It was more beautiful than I had imagined and, yes, I…
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December is a busy time for all who celebrate Christmas, but add a birthday, a retreat, and a restaurant and you’ve got pure craziness!
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We work with some really amazing people. Their lives are made up of heartache, faith, and hard work. But this night, was about enjoying one another and celebrating the Light of the World coming as a man.
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There are so many wonderful moments that have taken place in our family since Hanissa arrived home, but I wanted to write a more serious post and hopefully answer some questions that several friends have been asking. Most of us don’t have to think about what makes a family; we grow up with one and…
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Life has changed in many, many ways since Hanissa came home. Some changes were expected, of course. But I am amazed at how many things I have forgotten. Naps, eating, schedules, bathing…but more than that…I forgot the joy little ones bring into a room, the excitement they express over cookies, the look in their eyes…
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Starting December 1, we do something everyday to focus our minds and prepare our hearts for Christmas. This year, the girls and I made an advent calendar to help keep us on track. (Advent is simply the word used to define an arrival or coming, especially one that is awaited.)
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Everyone was just a little more excited this year about getting Christmas decorations out. We couldn’t wait to see Hanissa enjoy this time with us.
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S, one of our employees, took David to the gym today. First time in a gym in years. Here’s the story according to David (well, there may be a few slight embellishments or variations from the original):