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How could I not share these?

Helping kids control the reins on their emotions by using a hairy spider metaphor
Seeing a little girl as a Spirited Rider on the horse of emotion

"The goal is not to cripple the horse, but equip the rider."
-Rachel Jankovic (N.D. Wilson's sister)

run motivation

This makes me excited for July 15.

3-8-2012

Check out that red hair!

My Girl in March

We love Jami!

We have the pleasure of sharing a roof with Jami for a few months this winter.

She is from Michigan, but is living in Minneapolis for a season.

She is always willing to help with Gwen and we have had many encouraging conversations.

What a gift she is to our family!

Gwenster and Oakley

Can you tell they both keep me entertained?

Baby Shower for Elliot

A Day at the Conservatory

Lunch afterwards at Buster's

Aunt Beth teaching high fives. There was success, though not pictured here.

Explorer

Photos from February 2012