tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68968450548673719122012-02-10T13:40:25.878-06:00"We seek neither convenience nor ease, but to live at the edge of possibility." - Jane Kirkpatrickjordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.comBlogger1001100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-886060017653642122012-01-27T21:47:00.000-06:002012-01-27T21:47:45.834-06:00

As it goes, all things pinterest seem to be taking over the internet.  I did see this little picture on someone else's blog and thought it a great idea for a short post.  Of course, she got it from pinterest. You should consider doing it on your blog too!  Or comment below and type in your responses! Currently: 1.  Listening: to the washer and dryer. 2.  Eating: Chic-fil-a tonight

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If you've read my blog for very long (let's say the last twelve months), then you will know about my home purchasing adventure last May.  It was a challenge for sure, and there are days that I still wonder about that decision.  Then I force myself to remember and re-vision my thoughts. I remember the day we laid eyes on this place and the way that it came across my path.  I remember standing in

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I am supposed to be driving to Nebraska today so see the crazy awesome Patty and her hubbs. Instead, I'm holed up in my bed nursing a sore throat and low temp.  Agh.  Nebraska, I'm comin' for you tomorrow.  I WILL WIN. So, while I'm sitting in my bed ... I figured it was a good time for my reading overview, since you are all so interested in it!  Riiiiiiiiiight.  Anyway. I thought I'd give the

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Christmas, that is. Accordions and polka music abound. Check out this video I took.  It's not super great (although Mom and Billy are ready hit the road as you can hear) but it's the little guy in the back ground you want to take note of.  Completely in his own world, if it doesn't make you giggle, I'm not sure you have a heart! Also,  I made THIS and THIS today.  Both are totally

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I've been waiting forever to share this with you.  Not because I didn't WANT to share it but because every time I went to put it up here, I ended up watching it five, ten or maybe 100 times. What can I say? I get distracted and you'll see why.  I bet you watched at least twice before you finished reading this post didn't you?  Enjoy.

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The most common questions starting tomorrow will be: So how was your sabbatical? What did you do? Did you travel? Where did you go? What were some highlights? Where did you go to church? I could answer all those questions for sure. "It was fine. It was great. Yes I travelled. I cooked. I read. I spent time with family. Nope, I didn't go to church and no I don't feel bad about that."

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But I don't. I'm just really in love with this little post about mason jars. Ok, not in real love. Just in the "repost someone else's blog" sort of love. Enjoy. http://thepioneerwoman.com/homeandgarden/2010/08/the-beauty-of-a-mason-jar/

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It's been one month since this season of rest began. And I'm writing this so that I'll be reminded of all that has happened so far. There has been the beach:(Myrtle Beach, SC)and the beach:(North Captiva Island, FL)There has been new brothers:(Caleb)And the nieces costume birthday parties:(With a photo bomber brother-in-law in the back ground)And pumpkin carving:Not to mention 8 books completed,

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Yesterday began a real season of rest and abiding. I do not know what my life will look like at the end of this season, but I anticipate beautiful things and a renaming of sorts. Judging by the way it began today, I know for sure good will prevail.I am now an older sister of not just one brother, but three. Our family went from 8 of us to 10 of us all in a matter of legal minutes. As we made

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Well, I've been thinking a lot lately on how much I love where I live. Somewhere in the last month my heart settled into the fact that I own this house and I'm not going anywhere for a long time. It could have been THIS post about decorating that just dialed my number directly and snapped me into the reality that I own this big, bad beauty. Or it could have been the fears that have been

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-59666760715205703882011-08-23T20:47:00.006-05:002011-08-23T21:14:19.027-05:00

http://kissesfromkatie.blogspot.com/2011/08/today-i-look-around-and-my-breath.html

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I bought a house. She's really pretty.And I got some new roommates. One is a boy. He's the best and only boy I've ever lived with.He loves to chew on things and be crazy all the time.My previous roommate got married. It was such a delightful day. I'm so proud of her and happy for her!We started a house blog to specifically track our crazy home adventures. It's a joint effort between all who

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I'm going to out myself here.Mostly because I'm learning that when we all get a little more honest about who we are and where we've come from, people more often than not identify with that. Very few identify and relate to our "perfect" selves. It just does us good to be honest, to be who we really are. It's no lie that I've changed a lot in the last 10 years. Inside and out, I'm a different

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I'm seeing a lot of blogs, tweets and status updates about Moms and how much they are loved.I just had a thought I've never had before as I'm puttering around my house, making my mom a cake for dessert tomorrow and a number of other things. The thought was this: "I'm so lucky that I've had two moms that have invested in my life." I've never had that thought, nor have I have had the overwhelming

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Yesterday I had Missional Community at my house. It's a group of really awesome people that meet together to grow in our relationship with God, to build life with one another and to figure out how to serve the places that we live.We have one tiny little member of our group. She's three. And she's so patient when we are praying together ... usually her patience lasts 3/4ths of the time and then

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I'm back to my list making, I forgot for awhile how much I like lists.1. Today I celebrated the life of a man I admire a lot although I only knew him a little. To read more: www.paulwagoner.blogspot.com 2. I am so much closer to being a home owner. I have so many dreams of how it will be used. The update is that we are still negotiating what/how they will fix the things that need to be fixed

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This week, Tuesday it was, our little digital thermostat was blinking the word "Battery" very fiercely. As I noticed it, I realized that the house did seem unusually cold but I figured I had turn the heat down pretty low since it had warmed up outside. I headed to target to pick up batteries and other things (or distractions as I call anything at Target). I bought my batteries and headed

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My roommate handed me this book the other night, after a torturous hour of tears and conversation and then some prayer. It's called, "In a pit with a lion on a snowy day: How to survive and thrive when opportunity roars." By Mark Batterson.Well now, isn't that quite the intriguing title? She had even gone to the extent of book marking all the pages that she thought I should read. And read me

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I love to bake. I'm always looking for something new to try. A while back I came across the best blueberry muffin option I've tried to date.If you are still making boxed muffins, you have to stop now. These guys will change everything and you'll never go back.I have made these three times now and every time they've won the types of responses every baker desires to hear. The latest on Monday

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It's not what you think. I already told you why I love Valentine's Day. We won't beat a dead horse because there is absolutely no use in that. However, I was inspired by THIS post. It's one of those exercises that should be done regularly so that we don't forget how those around us really do love us. And it also helps me remember that I can do those very things for others. Love is important

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-9240772239858649212011-02-19T09:22:00.005-06:002011-02-25T13:07:04.960-06:00

Psalm 16:8-11I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for He is right beside me. No wonder my heart is glad and I rejoice. My body rests in safety. For you will not leave my soul among the dead or allow your holy one to rot in the grave. You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.Psalm 3:3-4But you O

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Disappoint: to fail to fulfill the expectations or wishes of.The last two months have been full of some really great highs: hard work paying off, learning how to fight for something and seeing fruit, a few new friendships that I didn't expect, some serious fun. Things that have enhanced my life and shown me that I am way more capable than I ever gave myself credit for. What's so ironic as I sit

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-34724904512741165562011-02-10T08:09:00.007-06:002011-02-10T10:06:38.547-06:00

In our office at work we have one of those EASY buttons. You know the Staples mascot that you see in the commercials that is pushed when someone wants something to be easy instantly? Ours sits on our conference table and I think we all make a point to push it at the most inopportune moments. Or sometimes at just the right moments. Usually it's Jon that pushes it after we finish a really easy

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Why does everyone thing I'm so crazy for loving Valentine's day? If you immediately said "I hate it because it's just a consumer holiday intended to make Hallmark money and I'm single anyway."You are right. I'm fully aware of the fact that Hallmark, the flower business and Russell Stover just want my money. That's why I make my own cards and cookies. I'll just confess that I'm drawn to all

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So far, in the last 24 hours we have:- Made the last minute trek to the grocery store with all the other crazies before the storm.- Made Chili.- Melissa made a Roast. - While I helped shovel us out, the girls made Waffles.- Looked at and enjoyed engagement pictures (go Jewel!).- Shoveled more snow than I care to ever shovel again. (at least we had a boy around to help!)- Laughed REEEEEALLY hard

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Read THIS by Bianca Juarez.I wish I could claim I am actually her real life friend but I can't.I can claim that I have met her though, back in October when I was at a conference. That counts for something right?What she has to offer regarding ease and comfort and our natural draw towards it certainly will challenge anyone, anywhere.Sometimes someone else can just get it out there better than you

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Yesterday, I was driving through the mountains with some very dear friends. I haven't known them very long at all, but I couldn't be more thrilled to say that I know them. As the conversation carried on in the car with lots of laughter combined with seriousness, I was struck with something. Somewhere in my life over the last ten years, I stopped dreaming. My friend Amanda was listing off the

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Epheisans 6:10Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.I sit here staring out at the mountains of Buena Vista Colorado. The sun is crisp and bright, the mountain is clear and the blue sky smiles at me with so much promise. Right now as I type this, God is doing some really cool things with all the people I am here with. They are processing life, learning how to actually hear God and to

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Well written post by Joannah Saxton (click here). Every word worth reading and a perspective only she can bring.This woman continues to amaze and challenge me.

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At the first of the year, my roommate and I were sitting in our cozy little living room chatting over some tea and doing nothing special. As we were getting up and heading to bed, I made a passing comment about how I wished I had a good fiction book to read. Often I find myself wishing that and I either go to the library and get really frustrated not knowing which book to spend my time on OR I

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The last blog post I had in 2009 was actually pretty telling of what was to come in my life. 2009 and into 2010 were months that I don't particularly care to rehash, and I realize now why I stopped blogging. The deepest of deep places I've ever been, it wasn't for sharing. Even the journal I have from those days sits on my shelf collecting dust as I haven't had the heart to review that time

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-57978956483338869292011-01-13T18:56:00.000-06:002011-01-13T19:01:16.987-06:00

I'll be back.Really soon. Shocker right?For now, check this out.A little something from the archives.

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-42635849966651361392009-06-06T14:30:00.000-05:002009-06-06T14:39:21.905-05:00

These two things got my attention today:Isaiah 9:1-2; 6-7 (Also in Matthew 4)Nevertheless, that time of darkness and despair will not go on forever. The land of Zebulun and Naphtali will be humbled, but there will be a time in the future when Galilee of the Gentiles, which lies along the road that runs between the Jordan and the sea, will be filled with glory. The people who walk in darkness

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-59407262166198858582009-06-06T14:14:00.000-05:002009-06-06T14:30:56.122-05:00

The camera, that is. After a long 6 month waiting period and then finding out that they lost my camera and never called to tell me. Ahhhh, yes. Thank you Radio Shack. SO. New camera. For free. Niiiiiiiice. Always be sure to purchase the insurance they offer. It's worth it.So here are some sneak peeks of our growing garden these days. I love summer.

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THIS has me remembering all that took place that first year of college. I've thought about the memories today that I shared with all 10 of you girls. Not only was this album the theme of our year but I remembered these things too:1. 202 suite meetings. Does anyone remember when Ashlee smashed the glass blender?2. Naps. Like three of us in a twin bed sort of naps. Except for Stacey.3. Does

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- A new love for frozen double stuffed oreos.- Windows down and music loud.- Coffee. This isn't new. But my strong love and addiction for it is. Even better when it's shared with friends (thanks Kim!)- Wishing that I had my camera back. It's been gone 4 months.- Terri- I miss you. Can I call you and you can figure out my life for me?- I get this week off work. Spring break if you will.- I

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-84605256233389034562009-03-19T14:08:00.000-05:002009-03-19T14:17:22.032-05:00

This song + the sunrise + my running shoes= a wonderful way to start the day.

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This link is for you.Go ahead. Click on it. And sign up, because it will be worth it.(P.S. JG- this post is in your honor. Just givin' you something new to read.)

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-13549853707837487192009-02-20T11:18:00.000-06:002009-02-20T11:19:23.593-06:00

After many days of trying to upload Bermuda pictures, they are finally done.Click here to see them.

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-65356579135638752842009-02-14T22:55:00.000-06:002009-02-14T23:22:03.159-06:00

6 years ago I celebrated Valentine's day like really any other. We had a girls night and ate sweets and hung out. Nothing spectacular. We even talked about how we wanted to prank the senior boys before we graduated in a few months. Laxatives in cupcakes? Maybe. That one had gone over well across campus a few times. Maybe if we get some free time we'll think about it.February 15th however,

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I am one of the few single women out there who does actually enjoy Valentine's Day.Why are people so suprised by this?

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-22598365491110826862009-01-15T10:41:00.000-06:002009-01-15T10:49:59.239-06:00

Little by little, I've been updating Flickr with Bermuda Pictures.Click here every few days to see more!

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-38168096221565550032009-01-09T11:59:00.000-06:002009-01-09T12:01:47.154-06:00

But, Meghan DID take her test for her visa in Germany. The word on the street is that they are supposed to hear sometime mid-January. If you could be praying that God would allow her to pass this test and really begin to dive into the ministry there in Germany, I know they would appreciate it!If you'd like to send them a word of encouragement, let me know and I can give you their contact

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-45305255884928793152008-12-31T11:09:00.000-06:002009-03-03T13:12:44.371-06:00

Here is the latest for you my friends. The count down for the year looks like this:# of countries visited: 4 (Ethiopia, Germany, Kosova, Bermuda)# of trips to Colorado: 3# of miles run: 4,326 (ok, maybe a little less)# of official races run: 1. The first EVER!# of kids taken care of in Germany: 2. The cutest AROUND.# of times we ate preztles: daily (almost)# of people there I love and miss: uh

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-52973849964028395172008-12-01T10:52:00.000-06:002008-12-01T11:01:43.228-06:00

Welcome to Christmas at the Beach House.

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-57706230842254355602008-11-17T12:19:00.000-06:002008-11-17T12:43:22.049-06:00

I can't even believe it. How have I only been back home one week? It seems as though an eternity has passed since I was in Germany, saying good bye to Matt, Meghan, Jeremy and Layla. My parting words with Jeremy?Matt: Jeremy, say goodbye to Jordanne, she's getting on a plane and going home to her house in America.Jeremy: (looks from me to Matt a few times) Daddy, I want to stay with

jordannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09287882058850775784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6896845054867371912.post-81090685772731223472008-11-12T06:04:00.000-06:002008-11-12T06:20:29.421-06:00

It's 6:19 a.m. and I'm wide awake. And have been since 3:58 a.m. Jet lag. Gotta love it.What better time to write a blog I say?Thank you for all your prayers over the last six weeks. I arrived home to the most stellar welcoming committee one could ever ask for. I said something to JG and AG in passing about people wearing costumes to the airport. Never in a million years did I think they

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Last night, Layla had gone to bed early and Matt, Meghan and I were sitting (more like laying) around while Jeremy's bed time neared. Meghan and Jeremy were singing the ABC song in a silly fashion.It is a rare moment that one kiddo gets the attention of three adults- so I caught these little moments on camera. Sorry they are blurry.

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I was telling Matt last night that I have very few to zero pictures of me and the kids together.So today, we made this attempt on our own. Apparently, I am the only one who felt like smiling in each picture.This last one is where Jeremy told me he wanted his sword in his pocket. Which is a great idea except for the fact that his picket is two inches deep and the sword is 3 feet long. :) We

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That you could do this.

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6:30 a.m. wake up call.(coffee included)7:00 a.m. diaper changes7:30 a.m. Baby Einstein- shapes and colors8:00 a.m. Breakfast- waffles8:30 a.m. Dance party! Including music by One Nation9:00 a.m. read books. Particularly- Grover's The monster at the end of this book9:15 a.m. Layla naps, Jeremy reads books.9:40 a.m. Layla wakes up. Everyone gets dressed.10:00 a.m. Snack time10:30-11:30 Play

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We made it back from Stuttgart in one piece. Which is nothing short of a miracle I tell you. Meghan and I decided that no one can ever understand the magnitude of our experience getting to Stuttgart via train with two kids, a double stroller and three suitcases. It's just not possible to explain what happened along the way! Regardless- the weekend was a great one for sure. The students

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I've been thinking all week how sad I am about my time here coming to an end. There is this date staring me in the face, one that I know I long for, yet I really really don't want it to arrive. I've had SUCH a good time here, with each person I've met, the kids I've been with, the time with Jesus I've spent. Part of me really doesn't know what to expect coming home, wondering how the Lord will

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This morning as I walked to the bus stop, I was listening to Brooke Fraser sing "Hosanna". In that moment, I was in awe. Struck with an inner longing to actually be before the Lord singing "Hosanna in the highest!", I had every desire in my physical body to drop to my knees in the street. I long for the day when pain is not what we face everyday. When we will all be together praising the Lord

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Ok guys. This is something you have to hear. Normally I don't have to prompt her to say it, but I did so that I could manage to get it on video for you. Since I have been here, Layla has learned to say no. When she says it, it's very clear and very pointed. She does NOT want whatever it is you are offering her. Most days, I am holding her and she's pointing to everything on the kitchen

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Layla Jane.15 months old.Newly walking.Learned to say NO. (I've been working on getting this on camera)Is more goofy than any little 1 year old I've meet.Loves the book "Olivia"Thinks brother Jeremy is the coolest.Loves girly things and dressing up.Can suck down a cup of juice in 3 seconds flat.Today, Layla was taking an extra long nap. Jeremy was having a snack and we were discussing something

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I realize I haven't really said much about Jeremy and Layla. Our time here together has been a ton of fun, even with sickness and yucky colds. We have still had a grand old time!So here are some tid bits on Jeremy.He's 2 1/2.Jeremy loves all things related to the Cars movie. Oh yes.Jeremy loves to play with match box cars.He loves peanut butter jelly bread.And gummies (candy).He drinks juice

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I've been spending as much time as I can manage to with Daniela. And let me tell you that it is still not enough. She has been such a light to my spirit. She has brought friendship and a reflection of Christ in my time here. Daniela even invited me in to her small group prayer time on Thursday nights.My goodness, I can't wait for you all to meet her.So you need to know why Daniela will be so

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Hey friends.I've been updating flickr with photos from the weekend in Munich (and other stuff).Things are well here. The weather is beautiful.I hope to write more soon.Blessings to you all!Jordanne

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(Daniela, myself, Mirjam)I have much to write about my time with Daniela. However, time is pressing for me to get some sleep! As I was just journaling and reading through Romans again, I had a few thoughts to put out there.Daniela represents two immediate things to me:One: Romans 12:9-12 Don't just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good.

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Hello all! I am finding that I am getting into a schedule and a bit of a groove here in Germany. It feels good to be independent and fully functional- yesterday was a big day of firsts: 1. Bought my own ticket and rode the bus into town. 2. Had Layla and Jeremy on my own for the first full day.3. Took L and J on a walk for the first time by myself. 4. Went to the store on my own. Doesn't

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A little sign from above.Good thing Germany's sunsets are just as good as Kansas. (This one is from the other day.)

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Ok. So, here I am in Germany. It still feels like a surreal dream, one I don’t know that I could even will myself to come up with, even in the deepest of sleeps. I got off the plane yesterday, and could not find Matt anywhere. A little bit of panic wanted to set up camp in my mind … but don’t you worry, I didn’t let it. I had to conquer something at that point, it might as well be my

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Hello there!All the way from Germany!I made it here safe and sound. Things are busy and good, and I'll do my best to keep you updated!Love to you all!Jordanne

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Ok friends.As of Monday afternoon, I'll be well on my way to Germany.(If you weren't aware, I'm headed to Munich GR to help out some dear friends of Heartland.)Please feel free to check back here often for updates and pictures (hopefully).An extra "Thank You" to all of you who have made this a stellar week.I've been feelin' the love for quite sometime now.Feel free to email and let me know how

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September is almost over.It has been filled with a long list of firsts for me.I'll go back to the beginning:1. Colorado in the summer/fall. Never done it before (ok there WAS that one trip with Julie that lasted a total of 32 hours or something crazy like that). Here is a glimpse for you. Side note that we did have a boy in attendance, but we did not manage getting any pics together as a group.

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This August was vacation month for myself and a few friends.Each Monday (and a Friday here and there), we would find ourselves packing up our things and heading out to the lake to swim, fish and canoe. We dubbed it "Vacation", and every time we came home, it really felt like we were rolling in from a true vacation. Tired and worn out, sunburned and even smelly like fish, BUT we had all the joys

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This just in from Mozambique.Life just isn't fair to those who can't defend themselves.Dear friends,This morning Social Welfare came to us with a two-month-old baby. Here is his story: A woman on her way home from work heard a baby crying in the trash. She went through the trash and found the baby tied in a plastic bag among the trash. She took the baby to the police who gave it to Social Welfare

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We grew these in our garden.From seeds.I love summer.Annie misses her roommate Melissa. It's written all over her face.I recently hung out with my niece.I needed to feed her some food and she wasn't quite sitting up.So I improvised. She's C.U.T.E. I made cupcakes for Katie's birthday.They were delicious. The end.

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Conception Abbey.Not for the faint of heart.But most certainly for those who want to get away.Try not to be too jealous:(Pictures complements of Blakely).Two days and two nights just wasn't enough. Summer in the heartland just absolutely does it for me.

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Looking forward to the weekend!Here is my latest list of finds, updates, whatever you wish to call them :)1. A running friend of my has officially talked me into doing my first race. We are going to save the frogs. I told him yesterday that I can finally run 30 minutes without stopping (Thanks Kim and Tenelle for your wise advice!), and he got all excited and immediately went to looked up 5K

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So crazy... Here are the updates on the serve day from "What if the church..."I love it.-----------------------------------------------------------------From Jarrett (Executive Director, Mission Adelante, Inc.)…Dear Leaders, I was dazed and amazed most of the day on Saturday as I saw hoards of people, materials, and equipment converge on our site, work together in an amazingly efficient manner,

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That my desire for a tropical sunset could be fulfilled here?Maybe.Just maybe.

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It's safe to say that I have recovered a bit from my depression.I still miss those dear friends who are gone, but I rejoice in the fact that they are there.Keep updated with their blogs to the right.So, here are a few new pics to update you on life.My niece Annabelle is growing and growing.My sister Mandie is officially a nursing grad, and I'm proud of her.And I want to return to Key West. As

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My long time friend Ashlee said that Sunday's she would now be posting items to know about (blog links, websites, deals, etc.).I thought it was such a good idea, I'd do it today. Thursday. Here are something you need to know about:Churches uniting together (This I am not depressed about. This excites me!).Why I am depressed.Another reason why I am depressed.Yet another reason why I am

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Please oh please tell me how to become one of you. I'm dying here with my inability to complete a full mile. I've tried and failed numerous times. I've tried various types of shoes. I've stretched and even given myself the mental ability to know that it is going to take time to build up to running a solid straight mile. I don't know what I'm missing, since everyone that runs tells me that

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I just realized that I could upload this video for you to see!This is a video that a friend ( http://www.mikevarel.com/) did for Food for the Hungry to help spread the word about their Community Adoption program (Community to Community).It's three minutes, and worth the watch! You might see a few people you know it it ;)

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Spring. It's wonderful. Even if it has been a bit cold for my personal taste. I love that when I get up early, it's actually light outside. I love that I can't stop looking at all the tulips around town. I love that storms are more common than they are absent. I love that the door next to my desk can be open. I LOVE spring. Check it out: Yup. I love it.

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This month has been full of a variety of new things, most of which have quickly become new favorites.Pray 168: this week has been marked forever in our history as the time that we (Heartland) began praying 24 hours a day for 7 days in a row. If you knew our previous track record with success of just one 24 hour time of prayer, you would know how monumental it is that over 500 people came and

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I've returned to America. Boy does that feel like an understatement. This country is a far cry and 20 hours worth of flights away from Africa. I miss a million things about Ethiopia, but I mostly miss the people we've left behind. Here are a few snap shots that I took. I'll post more as the team sends them in.

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I made a whirl-wind trip to Louisville Kentucky this week. All in all, I was gone around 35 hours. I flew out Wednesday morning and flew back Thursday afternoon. I wasn't anticipating having that land on my plate this week, leaving the country next WEDNESDAY and all. I have to tell you though, I love Kentucky and I'll take any excuse I can to get there ... even if it means a funeral (which I

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Last night, I arrived home shortly before 10 p.m. I was on the phone with my good buddy Justin when I walked in the door. We have had some plumbing problems as of late and our landlord had been there most of the evening to figure out why the kitchen sink was backing up into the bath tub. (Random, I know- broccoli in your shower = NOT COOL).So, walking in the door with Justin on the phone, Patty

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Ok friends- for the most recent happenings in my life, check out my friend Amy's blog: http://www.ragingwildebeest.blogspot.com/ ( Scroll down to the one entitled "Saturday night") She posted two pics of Patty and I, along with our cute dog Annie. There is also a video I have yet to view, but I hear it is funny! We had quite the evening of yummy pot roast (thanks Patty!) and entertainment led by

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I've long returned from the grand state of Arizona, and I have to say, that state has something going for it when it comes to their weather during winter time. I never knew it was POSSIBLE to be in your swimsuit next to the pool in February. My gosh!Our time with Food for the Hungry friends was beautiful. I learned a lot and met some great new friends. I love seeing how God is not only using our

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The biggest news for the last two weeks: I've moved. That's right. Adios apartment dwelling world! I am a official Home Renter. A yard, no one upstairs, a garage. Change can be good. I just wish everything could magically put itself away. I'll post pictures when I can.Even though nothing will put itself away, I am leaving tomorrow for sunny Phoenix! Yes, that's right, warm weather- Here I

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Yesterday's post warrents the post today. I've been working on letters to my two girls that I sponsor through Food for the Hungry. I wish I could express the meaningfulness that comes with supporting their education. I'm getting a birds-eye view of their growth and their change. It is such an honor. Here is the latest letter from Shagu, isn't she just wonderful? Dear Jordanne,How are you? I am

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Is it possible? Maybe...you can at least make a difference!Since the verdict was in that you all DO read this blog, here's one for ya...Check out:www.factory43.comScroll down to the bottom and you'll see their most recent project to make a difference. It's simple yet so beautiful. Check out the other tee's while you are there- I promise you, ordering one of those will change your life. Ok,

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The kind who don't update their blogs because either they have so very little to say or way to much to say that they'd look like an addict.I guess you'll have to do with this page of old posts until I can come up with something good.

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I am a HUGE fan of her.I Have to Believe (Rita Springer)July 2004 I had to get away and find God. I drove to Charleston, SC to see if I could hear His voice and maybe write a few songs. On the way there this melody started to stir my soul and I scrambled to write on anything I could with my right hand while the left continued driving. I remember crying the rest of the way there……because I knew I

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Overheard at the pool tonight:Boy 1 (age-9): Hey! I bet you can't hit me with that thing (the pole/net to clean the pool).Boy 2 (age-7ish): Oh yes I can.Boy 1: I bet you you can't.Boy 2: *taking no action*Boy 1: Come on you terd. I bet you can't hit me with it.Boy 2: You bet me how much?Boy 1: Five grand.Boy 2: Five grand??!!?? No way. I don't have that much.Boy 1: Haha. I know, me either.

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this.Spend a little time there, and I promise your heart won't be the same either.

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I found my cheap ticket. I did indeed...you might be thinking, "Shoot, she's going to Mozambique AGAIN?" Well, yes and no. My cheap ticket is not to Mozambique, but I do hope to go again this year.My ticket will be taking me to.............*drum roll please*Myself, my 1/3 of my roommates, a best friend from college, and a roommates sister will all be enjoying this view every evening for almost a

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I love her.Enough said.

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I found this here. If you are like me at all...sometimes I don't know what to do with myself. I can't manage to be with people any longer, but I don't want to sit at home watching tv. If I try and read, I fall asleep. B-O-R-I-N-G.So check it out, here is a random selection:2. Write a letter to yourself in the future.7. Expose yourself to a new artist, (go to a gallery, or in a book.) Write

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I am walking out a back door at work today to throw away some stuff in the dumpster. I get out there with a cart full of stuff and my two friends are pulling out of the parking lot going to a coffee shop. They pull over and try to intice me to join them in their excursion. I am trying with every ounce of my being to reject the offer, not because I reject them, but because I knew that I had a

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So this is what it feels like? I've been in this place before, but I promise you that my jealousy has never reached such a sinful state. You probably laugh at that statement, but I am not kidding you...The first time it happened was when my bestest friend went to intern in Bosnia after I'd been the summer before. I thought I was gonna die- but little did I know that God was going to change the

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1700 pictures...there's no way there is any end in sight for you anyone who chooses to visit this blog!

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This is from the blog of the Director of Food for the Hungry in Ethiopia. He posted this story about a guy who lives in the community we adopted and visited back in March. I have no doubts that what God is doing there, and what our sponsorships of 159 children (and counting) are making a difference!_____________________________________________________________Here is the story of one of the

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Scanning the shelves of my local grocer this morning, I was looking for a refreshing drink for my mid-day slump. I scanned the cooler for that one drink that would maybe bring a little delight to my taste buds today. My eyes landed on a blue cap. I thought to myself, "Blue cap? When did coke switch from their normal red caps- to BLUE? That doesn't fit." Upon closer examination I see that it

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My apologies to you all... I literally dropped off the face of the earth, or so one would think! I didn't really. In the midst of all the changes blogger made, I never found the time to get myself set up on the new blogger site! My bad!I owe you an update but I don't know how I'll ever be able to give you one. I've been a traveling maniac- hopping continents, states and cities. What a life!I'll

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