by Lisa-Jo | Aug 12, 2010 | (in)courage, Blogging, Faith, Giveaways, Uncategorized
I’ve lived on three different continents in the last ten years. And I’m learning that home is much more than four walls and a familiar neighborhood. Home is the God who understands each of the unique languages, thoughts, hopes and dreams of our individual hearts....
by Lisa-Jo | Aug 11, 2010 | Family, South Africa, Travel
I remember the exact moment I loved the woman my dad married, when the grieving years for my mom had passed. It was during brunch. The day after their wedding. All the kids had come over to join them for a meal. She had two and my dad had us three. The spring sunshine...
by Lisa-Jo | Aug 9, 2010 | Faith, Kids, Motherhood, Raising Boys
There’s a question I keep turning over and over in my mind. For weeks now I have held it in my hands. I flip it over, I turn it this way and that, I rub away at its edges. I feel it growing smoother and more well worn with time. Like the pebble stuck in a shoe. It is...
by Lisa-Jo | Aug 6, 2010 | Giveaways, Sweetstuff
you’d know how talented my friend Mallory is who took my gravatar photo. you’d wonder why my accent sounds so confused. you’d likely think I talk gone-with-the-wind fast and full of superlatives. I could tell you in person how much I loathe having to...
by Lisa-Jo | Aug 1, 2010 | Blogging, Giveaways, Sweetstuff
The Gypsy Mama turns one today. It’s been the most beautiful year. Because of YOU. Your sense of humor, your honesty, your understanding, and your stories. I think I’ve fallen a little bit in love with you this year. {Blushes; scuffs feet.} And I wanted to...
