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Two Months Old!

Tuesday, November 28, 2006 (Updated: Thursday, March 30, 2023)
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Today Caroline is two months old! She had her two month appointment with the doctor and had her first round of shots. She did very well. She cried a bit, but settled down more quickly than I expected. David and I were fine with it even though the …

Category: My Pregnancy & Baby Stories
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This Year’s Christmas Ornament

Monday, November 27, 2006 (Updated: Saturday, February 25, 2023)
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I wrote last year that David and I have a tradition of purchasing ornaments whenever we go on vacation. When we decorate our tree each year, it is a walk down memory lane as we remember different events and locations we’ve visited. Last year we …

Category: Our Family Life
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Where Did The Fall Go?

Sunday, November 26, 2006 (Updated: Saturday, February 25, 2023)
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Am I the only one feeling this way? I know the official start of winter is still weeks away, but like most folks I think of winter as starting the day after Thanksgiving because that is when we start to decorate for Christmas. This fall has been a …

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Thanksgiving Joy

Friday, November 24, 2006 (Updated: Tuesday, February 28, 2023)
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This pretty much sums up my Thanksgiving Day!

Category: My Pregnancy & Baby Stories | Our Family Life

Smoked Turkey Rollups with Cucumber & Cream Cheese Recipe

Monday, November 20, 2006 (Updated: Saturday, April 25, 2026)
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My mom made these smoked turkey rollups with cucumber and cream cheese for us a few times. I finally asked for the recipe so I could make them at home. They are very easy and good for days that need something simple but tasty! I buy the tortillas …

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Life Is Never Dull!

Sunday, November 19, 2006 (Updated: Thursday, March 30, 2023)
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Life has been full here! But, of course, first things first. I took this picture of Caroline this afternoon. That smile just warms the cockles of my heart. I can honestly say that I will remember motherhood becoming fun when she was six and a half …

Category: My Pregnancy & Baby Stories

Our Sweetheart At Six Weeks

Tuesday, November 14, 2006 (Updated: Friday, March 31, 2023)
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Like any mama, I have pictures to share! Caroline takes her eating and burping very seriously. How does someone so small make sounds that are so big? Caroline really enjoys her swing. In the past week or so she has learned to watch the fish as they …

Category: My Pregnancy & Baby Stories

The First Six Weeks Postpartum: Realities You Might Not Read About Elsewhere

Saturday, November 11, 2006 (Updated: Friday, May 16, 2025)
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Caroline was six weeks old on Thursday. According to the pregnancy books, my postpartum period has ended. I’ve experienced a lot during these recent weeks. Of everything I’ve read about the postpartum period, the most helpful article came …

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Life With Caroline

Monday, November 6, 2006 (Updated: Thursday, March 30, 2023)
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Yes, my lack of posting and responding to comments lately is definitely Caroline-related. We actually had a good week last week, but I knew I had to take a break from the blogging if I wanted to keep up on life at home. Last week she found her hands …

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Happy One Month Birthday, Little Miss Peanut!

Monday, October 30, 2006 (Updated: Saturday, July 1, 2023)
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Caroline was one month old on Saturday! We celebrated this special day while visiting my parents. We returned yesterday after spending four days with them. It was a much needed time away after being home almost non-stop for the last month. It also …

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Sallie Schaaf Borrink

I’m Sallie — wife, mother, just-retired homeschooler, and curator of my home. Our little family lives a quiet and cozy life of home education, self-employment, and pithy exchanges. I’ve been writing here for 20+ years about Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. And I like to laugh. A lot. Start here. ♥

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