Snapshots ~ 365 days of us...{34/365}

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Snapshots ~ 365 days of us...{29/365}

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Madison had her first Varsity softball game tonight. Our state does not allow homeschoolers to play within the public schools, however, one of the local private Christian schools does, which is a huge blessing. Her first up to bat she bunted and made it to third base! She laid the ball just in front of the plate and took off running like a cheetah around the bases. Of course I didn't have my video ready, MAN! Next game I will be ready though.

After the game one of the assistance coaches came up to me and asked if Madison has been in track because she is fast. I do not know of a track program/club in our area so I need to do some research as this is not the first coach to tell us that she needs to be sprinting. I will keep you posted...

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Snapshots ~ 365 days of us...{28/365}

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McKenzie loves to roller skate. It's her new favorite thing to do outside, especially since the weather has been so nice the last few days. Today she found the knee pads and put them on. Love this little girl!

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Oh, happy day! Today I was able to confirm that I am truly in Ketosis. YAY! I started the Whole30 on January 4th and switched to a more Ketogenic WOE {way of eating} on January 13th because I knew it was a better fit for what I wanted long term.

I am so happy that my Keto testing sticks arrived today so I could know for sure. I have lost 8.5 pounds so far and I feel great! My restless leg syndrome is completely gone, my skin issues are healing, sleep is amazing! I wake up hours before the alarm is supposed to go off, eyes wide open and ready to start the day.

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Sweet birthday blessings for my Mikayla. I can't believe she is officially a teenager and the big 1-3, where did the time go! In 5 short years she will be flying the coup and heading off to college. 

Even though Mr. M is away on business he was able to be apart of the birthday celebrations tonight. I love that aspect of technology!  I know Mr. M and I will savor each day we have with all of our kids.

Happy birthday sweet girl, keep on smiling!

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Snapshots ~ 365 days of us...{007/366}

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Tonight as I was sitting at the bowling alley waiting for a friend and her daughter to arrive, I realized that tomorrow morning I will be the mother of 3 teenagers because Mikayla turns 13! I am so glad that I get to mother and guide these children and my little crowd too.

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This little man loves his cookies! 

 

 

 

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Baby boy is fast! It's my fault, really. Monday night I left the binder down on the chair before giving he and McKenzie a bath. Before I could grab it this morning, Micah had ripped off the bottom of the page. I was able to line up the words and tape the sections he ripped off back on. It could have been worse, so I am thankful I caught to him in time.

And now that the cat's out of the bag so to speak, yes, we have switched our history program for Mikayla, Montana, and McKenzie from Sonlight to Tapestry of Grace. I will post more about our switch later this month.

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Snapshots ~ 365 days of us...{004/366}

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We started back to school this morning. The day went pretty well considering we have been off for 2 + weeks. This is a photo of my correcting inbox at 9:26AM. It was filled with work to be corrected already. This semester I am trying to be diligent and stay on top of grading and correcting work. Do you have any tips to pass along?

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I am pretty excited to be starting my Whole30 tomorrow with my Aunt Janice! Last time I attempted this by myself and I only lasted 12 days, This time I am determined to make the complete cycle of 30 days and look forward to the added health benefits that come with this lifestyle change. I seriously considered doing a juicing fast before starting the Whole30, but I figured if I was going to start now is the perfect time.

Here's to better health in 2016!

 

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Snapshots ~ 365 days of us... {002/366}

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McKenzie is quite the fashionista these days. It's always a pleasant surprise when she comes down for breakfast to see what outfit she has put together for the day. Last night she decided she was wearing these Kelly green bows even before she had her clothes picked out for the day. When I came home from a gym run this is the outfit that she had picked out. The socks are day-glow yellow that she got in her Pre-Team Christmas party white elephant gift.

Quite the fashionista indeed, Love her!

 

 

 

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Snapshots ~ 365 days of us... {001/365}

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So, I  am trying this again. Its a new year and I am determined to make a dent in this photo a day for 2016. Last year I was doing so well at taking pictures and using my big camera, I just got tied up at night to get it posted each day that I got discouraged. This year if I find that happening, I am just going to post a batch of photos. While this is not my goal, it will help me out when things get busy in a few weeks with travel season. There is just one of me so please bear with me! Today's picture corresponds with My Word for the year.

 

Here’s to capturing 365 Snapshots!

 

 

 

 

 

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