Two years ago, my very awesome husband wrote this post after our final family member made her way into the world.  I just went back and reread his post for the first time since the early days of Meadow’s life.  I reread Chad’s words and was immediately transported back to that beautiful day when the […]

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  • Dr. Vashti - November 18, 2013 - 1:37 am

    What a beautiful celebration of your little girl!! Your heart, photographs and writing are truly gorgeous to behold. I am glad Meadow will have such physical reminders of the love her family will always feel for her.ReplyCancel

  • Hummel Family - November 18, 2013 - 6:26 pm

    Happy Birthday to your lil sweetheart. She brings JOY to so many people. She is blessed to have You and Chad as parents!ReplyCancel

  • Katie - November 19, 2013 - 4:09 pm

    summer, this is beautiful.ReplyCancel

My plan was to steer clear of the blog until I caught up a bit on some SummerK work.  Blogging would be a reward of sorts, you know?   So, I guess I’m breaking my own rule.  Running a business from my home has taught me that there is always work that could be done.  Balance […]

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  • CharisFaith - November 15, 2013 - 5:44 pm

    I'm so glad you broke your rule 🙂 You will look back on this post next year, 2 years, 5 years from now, and remember this morning and smile!ReplyCancel

  • doug s. - November 17, 2013 - 2:43 am

    I'm not sure what flowed more, my tears or my goosebumps. Thanks for sharing. For breaking rules(that's what they're for, aren't they)For letting me in.ReplyCancel

I recently said to Chad:  I wish I could be one of those Mom’s who was just on the ball.  Who remembered things, was organized, had it all together, and did it all with ease.  I thought I would be her. . . I’m so not. He just laughed.  I’m sure it was one of […]

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  • CharisFaith - November 7, 2013 - 12:33 pm

    You are the Mom that God chose for Charlie, Chanelle, and Meadow, He knew just the parents that they would need! You are right in the end what will matter is the how was your day, the bedtime stories, and the way that you showed how to enjoy life and life's small moments! TOO CUTE about the praying after spitting her food out, very smart cookie that one! We were never meant to be perfect, just to do the best we can and appreciate what we have!ReplyCancel

  • Sassytimes - November 8, 2013 - 3:21 pm

    I miss you!ReplyCancel

She held her grief behind her eyes like an ocean & when she leaned forward into the day it spilled onto the floor & she wiped at it quickly with her foot & pretended no one had seen.  –Story People I just want to take a moment to say thank you. Thank you for stopping […]

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  • JoEllen Hummel - November 4, 2013 - 12:43 pm

    you are welcome 😉 But I (we) must say a BIG Thank You to YOU!

    I love coming here to your space. You write so well. Your honesty. Your love for nature and life. Your heart. Your stories. Your children (and your hubby too). I feel at peace when I am here. I am know I am not alone in saying this.

    Happy Monday, Sum!ReplyCancel

  • Ky | TwoPretzels - November 5, 2013 - 6:17 am

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    And thank YOU for writing.ReplyCancel

I was wearing a pale blue dress.  Not like the pastel blue, though.  It was more like the blue that falls between pastel blue and bold dark blue.  I would call it a “happy blue”.  Maybe it was more like turquoise.  That’s it, turquoise.  The dress came to about my knees.  I’m pretty sure it […]

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  • Lisa@Pocketfuls - November 1, 2013 - 12:56 pm

    This post made me cry, Summer. Your mom is with you and is surely so very proud of you. You are a wonderful mom, raising a lovely family, and the strength you show in carrying on so bravely without your mom by your side is reflected in your little girl's courage. I'm glad you and she were able to share this milestone moment together. xoReplyCancel

    • Summer - November 6, 2013 - 3:09 pm

      Thank you so much, Lisa. I appreciate you cheering us along so much. ReplyCancel

  • Anonymous - November 3, 2013 - 2:50 am

    oh, Summer. if only us grown ups had half of the sheer bravery and courage of your little girl?!? what happens to us when we grow up? i can't think about that, but this post is awesome. it's what my heart needed and of course it would come from a Chanelle story. so proud of her. i love her little spirit.
    love you, Miss. ReplyCancel

  • Karen, Brian and Lucy - November 3, 2013 - 8:49 pm

    oh, you made me cry. I understand all too well. These milestones with our children…they should be shared with our moms. I find solace in knowing my mom is still with me in spirit. I still feel her presence and influence in my life, and for that I am grateful. Thanks for sharing. ReplyCancel

    • Summer - November 6, 2013 - 3:10 pm

      I know you understand this. Sigh. . . ReplyCancel

  • JoEllen Hummel - November 4, 2013 - 12:38 pm

    1st of all– what a brave girl you have!!! Her ears look so pretty! 🙂

    2nd of all–what a brave lady you are! I teared up as you wrote about missing your mom. Okay, I more than teared up– I cried a river. I know you miss her oh so much. You are so brave and courageous.

    3rd and LAST, i know why your girl is so brave! ReplyCancel

    • Summer - November 6, 2013 - 3:10 pm

      Oh friend. Thank you. Thank you so much. ReplyCancel

  • Jenny - November 5, 2013 - 3:00 am

    Oh this made me tear up! Sweet, brave Chanelle. And sweet, brave Summer. You are an awesome mom. ReplyCancel

  • Ky | TwoPretzels - November 5, 2013 - 6:11 am

    Sobbing.

    I'm so sorry. I'm sorry you're in this club.
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    • Summer - November 6, 2013 - 3:11 pm

      I'm so sorry you are in this club, too, Ky. ReplyCancel