The Brevity of Life
Have you ever watched something happen to a friend that the very thought of it happening to you brings tears to your eyes or…
Posts by: Jacob
North American Super Series Champs
This weekend, I was selected to play on a USA Men’s All-Star team in the inaugural North American Super Series. It was a best…
Evangeline Turns 17
This year is Evangeline’s golden birthday! Yes, seventeen years ago, on September 17, 2005, Evangeline was born and has been brightening our lives ever…
Evangeline Starts College at Bethel
Having watched her older brother successfully navigate full time college work as a PSEO student during his junior and senior year while earning 54…
Nehemiah Starts College at UND
After becoming the first graduate from Desert Springs Academy (our family’s homeschool) with not only a high school diploma, but 54 college credits through…
Hadassah Turns 12
Twelve years ago today, Hadassah was born in Abeche, Chad. We were so delighted that she arrived safely, especially in light of the fact…
Athanasius’ Shoveling Business
Athanasius is not only our handyman around the house, but he’s also our dreaming entrepreneur. He’s always talking about things he might invent or…
Happy 19th Anniversary Sonja!
I knew it in early 2002, but I had taken my time (okay, only six months) and had picked this moment, while we were…
Happy 9th Birthday Perpetua!
Nine years ago today, Perpetua was born while our family was living and studying the French language north of the border in Canada. She…
Happy Birthday Sonja!
Sonja Broten, November 21 used to be just like any other day, until I met you. Now, it’s a day that I celebrate your…